80s and 90s Preferences, Imagines & Headcannons

𝕣𝕖𝕢𝕦𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕖𝕕- 𝕁𝕠𝕖𝕪 𝕋𝕣𝕚𝕓𝕓𝕚𝕒𝕟𝕚

𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕨𝕒𝕤 𝕣𝕖𝕢𝕦𝕖𝕤𝕥 𝕓𝕪 JulzLovDraco4Eva 𝕚 𝕙𝕠𝕡𝕖 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕝𝕚𝕜𝕖 𝕚𝕥

I couldn't believe my luck. As I sat on the couch in Monica's apartment, surrounded by the entire group of friends, I felt a nervous excitement bubbling up inside me. Joey and I were waiting to hear if we had landed the leading roles in the upcoming production of "Romeo and Juliet." We had both auditioned with all our heart and soul, and now the fate of our acting dreams hung in the balance.

Monica, the eternal hostess, had prepared an assortment of snacks and beverages to keep our spirits up as we awaited the phone call. The room buzzed with anticipation, and Joey and I exchanged nervous glances from across the room. I couldn't help but fidget with the hem of my shirt, my palms growing sweaty.

"Relax, Y/N," Monica said, attempting to soothe my nerves. "You guys were amazing at the auditions. I'm sure you'll get the roles."

"Yeah, Y/N, don't worry," Rachel chimed in, her signature enthusiasm on full display. "You and Joey have great chemistry on stage. You're a shoe-in for the leads!"

I managed a weak smile, grateful for my friends' support. Rachel, Monica, and Phoebe had been my rock throughout the nerve-wracking audition process. They knew about my not-so-secret crush on Joey, which made their encouragement all the more meaningful.

The phone finally rang, breaking the tension that had been building in the room. My heart raced as Monica rushed to pick it up.

"Hello? Oh, hi, Mr. Director!" Monica's voice grew increasingly animated as she spoke into the phone. "Yes, they're both here. Hold on a sec." She covered the receiver with her hand and turned to us. "It's the director. Get ready, guys."

Joey and I exchanged one last anxious look before Monica handed the phone over to us. She and the rest of the gang leaned in, their faces eager for the news.

"Hello?" Joey said, taking the phone from Monica. His eyes widened as he listened intently. A grin slowly spread across his face, and he whispered, "We got it!"

My heart leaped with joy, and I could hardly contain my excitement. Joey handed me the phone, and I heard the director's voice congratulating us on landing the roles of Romeo and Juliet. I could hardly believe it. We had done it.

I hung up the phone, and the room erupted in cheers and applause. Monica and Rachel enveloped me in a tight hug, and Phoebe started singing a celebratory song that only she could come up with. It was a moment of pure elation, and I couldn't have asked for a better group of friends to share it with.

The next day, we all met up at the Central Perk coffee house to pick up our scripts and start our rehearsals. As we gathered around a table, sipping on our favorite drinks, I couldn't help but feel a mixture of excitement and nervousness. This was a dream come true, but it also meant a lot of hard work lay ahead.

"Hey, Y/N," Monica began, her tone conspiratorial. "We need to talk."

I raised an eyebrow, not sure what she was getting at. "What's up, Monica?"

Rachel and Phoebe exchanged knowing glances, and Monica leaned in closer. "We know about your crush on Joey."

My face flushed with embarrassment, and I stammered, "What? How did you... I mean, it's not... I never said..."

Rachel interrupted, chuckling, "Relax, Y/N. It's pretty obvious. You two have been eyeing each other since the auditions."

Phoebe added, "Yeah, and it's adorable."

I sighed in relief, grateful that my secret was out in the open. "Well, yeah, I do have a crush on him. But, I mean, it's just a crush. I'm not expecting anything."

Monica smiled warmly, placing a hand on my shoulder. "You never know what might happen during this production. Just be yourself and enjoy the journey."

Rehearsals were intense but incredibly rewarding. Joey and I spent hours together, going through lines, blocking scenes, and building our on-stage chemistry. It was during these rehearsals that I realized just how amazing Joey was as both an actor and a person. His dedication to the role, his support, and his infectious humor made every day a joy.

As the performance date drew nearer, I couldn't shake the nagging feeling of stage fright that had been building within me. What if I messed up on opening night? What if I let everyone down, especially Joey?

On the big day, I was a bundle of nerves. The thought of standing in front of a live audience, performing one of the most iconic love stories ever written, was both exhilarating and terrifying. I clung to my friends for support as we gathered backstage, awaiting our cue.

Rachel, Monica, and Phoebe were my lifelines that night. They offered words of encouragement, soothing my frayed nerves and reminding me that I was capable of greatness. I took deep breaths, trying to calm my racing heart, and then the moment arrived.

The curtain rose, and I stepped onto the stage. The lights were blinding, but I pushed through the initial jitters and focused on my performance. As I began to deliver my lines, I locked eyes with Joey, who was standing across from me.

It was like magic. Our connection on stage was electric, and I felt as though I had stepped into the world of Romeo and Juliet. The audience disappeared, and it was just Joey and me, lost in the beauty of Shakespeare's words.

As the play progressed, I couldn't help but steal glances at Joey when our characters weren't interacting. His portrayal of Romeo was breathtaking, and I found myself falling for him all over again, this time on a whole new level.

When the final scene arrived, and Juliet lay lifeless in Romeo's arms, I felt tears welling up in my eyes. The audience erupted in applause, and the sense of accomplishment washed over me. I had conquered my stage fright, and I had done it alongside the person I admired most.

After the performance, we received a standing ovation, and the cast took their bows. Backstage, I was still buzzing with adrenaline when Joey approached me.

"Y/N, you were incredible out there," he said, his eyes filled with genuine admiration.

I blushed, feeling a rush of warmth. "Thank you, Joey. You were amazing too."

Then, in the heat of the moment, I let my guard down and confessed, "You know, Joey, I... I've had a crush on you for a while now."

Joey's eyebrows shot up in surprise, but his smile remained. "You have?"

I nodded, feeling a mixture of fear and anticipation. "Yeah, and it's not just because we played Romeo and Juliet. I really like you, Joey."

Joey's smile widened, and he reached out to cup my cheek gently. "Y/N, I've had feelings for you too, for a long time."

My heart skipped a beat as I processed his words. "You have?"

Joey nodded, his eyes locked on mine. "I was just waiting for the right moment to tell you. But now that we've conquered the stage together, I can