Chapter 4

Perrie's POV

"There she is!" Adam cheered.

"Yaaaz girl!" Aaron chimed.

"Way to go Pez!" Jezy said as she engulfed into a hug.

"Thanks guys!" I thank them with a huge smile on my face.

I did it! I really nailed the performance. The audience, they applauded at me, their cheers roared throughout the theater, they loved it. Oh my God! I'm so happy and proud of myself. I just hope this continues. I changed into a black ruched side wrap dress that fits my body perfectly. Aaron put my hair down into messy locks as Adam retouch my makeup. I'll be sitting along with the other guests to watch the rest of the show. Sheesh, this is gonna be a long night.

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We just arrived at the Vanity Fair after-party and man.. it's smashing! People are all over the place, celebrities chatted here and there, some are on the dance floor dancing their night away, others are on the bar. It seems like everyone just wanna have fun... and get drunk! I made my way to the bar and ask for a club soda, I don't want to get wasted yet so this will do. As I sip on my drink, I looked around and saw that there are a lot of high profile people in here. How did I get invited to this party? Boy I don't know! Then suddenly I saw a familiar figure walking towards me, it didn't took me long to recognize him, just by his hair I can tell who he is.

"Harry!" I shouted over the load music.

"Hey Perrie!" he greeted me as we hugged.

"Congrats on your performance, you slayed it!" he said as he sat beside me.

"Thank Haz! I was shitting myself, I'm glad I got it over with." I chuckled.

"So.. how ya doin?" he asked.

"Oh I'm fine, thank you." I smiled at him.

"It's been a while since I last saw you." he said.

"Yeah I know. We were both been busy. I'm working on my third album and you.. You have a freaking movie!" I mocked at him.

He laughed and rolled his eyes. I'm so proud of how far his career had become. From being a member of boy band to a movie star, it must be overwhelming. I'm just glad he hasn't change a bit. We've been friends since I started my music career, and we have supported each other all throughout.

"Well, it's good to test some waters and be out of your comfort zone. I'm so excited for it to be out actually. But you know, singing is my first love so.." he explained and I nodded at him.

We talked for a while catching up on each other, until his manager told him someone wants to meet him. We said our goodbyes and promised to hangout sometime, if our schedules will allow us. Then I decided to wander around the club trying to find other people I may know. Jeez, there really are a lot of people here, and I can see some are already wasted. I walked farther into the sea of people and unexpectedly bumped into someone. I looked up to apologize and when I realized who the other person is, I was dumbstruck.

"Oh hi! Fancy seeing you here." he uttered.

"Zayn..." I faked a smile at him. I knew this would happen. That sooner or later I would have to face him. I was just not prepared. Oh gosh! Someone please kill me now.

"You did great up there, congrats!" he said with a smirk.

"Thanks!" I replied sarcastically.

He smiled at me sweetly like the way he used to do when we were still together. And that boils my blood. What is he trying to do? We never talk ever since he broke up with me via phone. This is actually the first time we saw each other and he's gonna smile at me like that? Oh I wanted to slap his face so bad! But I need to control myself, I don't want to make a scene, especially in front of all these people. And I don't want him to think that he still has an effect on me. So instead, I tried to be polite.

"You know what? You don't have to be kind, I don't need your kindness anyway. Let's just be civil and get over with this." I said as I started to walk away from him.

"Perrie, wait!" he stopped me by grabbing my arm.

I looked at him in disgust and pulled my arm. He looked at me with guilt in his eyes.

"I just want to apologize-"

"Stop!" I cut him off as I raised my hand to his face.

"Don't tell me you're sorry because I know you're not! It's been months Zayn! If you really are sincere with that apology, you must have done it long ago! And don't you dare pull off that puppy dog eyes on me, it's not gonna work! You've moved on, I've moved on, and we're obviously not friends. So let's keep it that way... please." I said as calmly as I can.

He stood there with sadness on his face, but I couldn't care less. He didn't try to say anything so I just left him there to pity at himself. Gosh! That was intense. My blood is still boiling and I'm doing my best to stop myself from punching someone on the face. Oh I just know what I needed to relieve the stress, so I walked back to the bar... I need a drink!

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Jade's POV

Party music blasted loudly from the speakers, different kind of drinks are available, people gathered to have fun, dance and get wasted. These are the moments in your life that you probably won't remember when you woke up the next day. As for me, this night has been eventful, from the exhausting red carpet to the thrilling war with boredom during the show, and now, the deafening music and banters of these people that surrounds me. I'm so tired I just wanna go home. Yes, there are a lot of great people here, but I miss my bed.

The only positive thing about this night is winning my nomination. 'Formation' was one of the biggest project I've ever been part of, it's actually a dream come true for me. I mean come on, it's Queen Bey!! End of discussion! I'm just grateful that I was chosen to do the choreography. It's definitely one of the best moments of my life.

Oh there's another good thing about tonight! The blondie... It's weird, but she actually brought ceasefire to my war with boredom. I instantly find her interesting. I don't know why I did not knew her, like really. Leigh-Anne told me she already has two albums and a bunch of hit singles, but why I have not noticed her before? Am I that focused at work that made me oblivious to the world? I wish I could meet her personally though.

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I've been at the party for like hours now, been whisked here and there to talk to different people I don't even recall what the hell they've told me, and the alcohol is starting to make its presence known. So I decided to go outside to find some fresh air, I walked through the crowd and towards the balcony door. Yup, this club is huge, it has two floors and a balcony.

As I stepped outside, cold breeze immediately hit my face, thank God I changed into skinny jeans, long sleeved top and a leather jacket. It's pitch-black outside, only the moon provides light to this darkness. I looked around and noticed a few people, but someone caught my eyes. And before I can process it, my feet seemed to have a mind of their own and started walking towards the person. As I got closer, I instantly recognized her... the blondie.

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Oohhh.. Jade's going to meet blondie! Are you excited? I am! Please leave a comment, and vote if you liked this chapter... Thanks lovies! 💋💋💋

- R xx