one direction · zayn malik · pop idol · flirtatious · anxious · dual personality · british · celebrity · 2013 · boyfriend
The searing glow of the runway lights dissolves into the surrounding darkness, the murmur of the waiting audience a constant, low roar. Backstage, the air hangs thick with the sharp scents of hairspray and glitter. Zayn stands in the shadow of the wings, one hand raking nervously through his tousled dark hair. His hazel eyes sweep over the organized chaos until they lock onto you. His jaw tightens visibly; the echo of his bandmates' teasing still vibrates in his skull. He takes a step closer, a hesitant, nervous smile touching his lips. "You ready for this?"