PHASES | Tom Kaulitz

Chapter I. The Beginning.

April couldn't believe her luck. Ever since she was a teenager, she had dreamed of joining a rock band and touring the world, playing to packed stadiums and living the rock star life. And now, at the age of 18, that dream was finally coming true. She had just joined Tokio Hotel as the new lead singer and guitarist for their upcoming tour across Europe and North America.

As she started rehearsing with the band, April found herself drawn to one member of Tokio Hotel in particular: Tom Kaulitz, the lead guitarist of the band. She had always admired his skill and creativity on the guitar, and as they started playing together, she found that they had an instant connection.

Tom was charming and flirtatious, and April found herself enjoying the attention she was getting from him. They spent long hours together in the studio, perfecting their performances and chatting about everything under the sun. April was surprised at how easy it was to talk to Tom, but she tried her best not to let her feelings show. She didn't want to make things awkward between them, especially since Tom seemed to be a bit of a ladies man.

As the days went by, April and Tom's friendship grew stronger. They talked about everything from music to their personal lives. April learned that Tom had a troubled past, and she found herself wanting to be there for him. She saw a different side to him - a vulnerable side that he didn't show to just anyone.

One night, after a particularly grueling rehearsal, Tom walked April back to her hotel room. As they stood outside her door, Tom hesitated for a moment before speaking.

"April, I know that I can be... well, kind of indecisive when it comes to relationships," he said, his voice hesitant. "But I want you to know that I really enjoy spending time with you, and I hope that we can continue to be friends."

April felt her heart skip a beat. She had been hoping that Tom would feel the same way she did, but she tried her best not to let her emotions show. Instead, she smiled and nodded.

"Of course, Tom," she said. "I enjoy spending time with you too. You're a great friend."

Feeling confused and conflicted, April decided to seek advice from one of the other band members. She turned to Tom's twin brother, Bill, for guidance. Bill was the lead singer of the band and had a reputation for being a good listener.

"Hey, Bill," April said, approaching him after a rehearsal. "Can I talk to you for a minute?"

"Sure, what's up?" Bill asked, looking concerned.

April hesitated for a moment before speaking. "I'm not sure what to do about Tom," she admitted. "I really enjoy spending time with him, but I don't want to make things awkward between us. He's such a flirt, and I don't want to get my hopes up for nothing."

Bill listened attentively, nodding as she spoke. "I understand how you feel," he said finally. "Tom can be a bit of a wild card when it comes to relationships. But I know that deep down, he's a good guy. Maybe you should just be yourself around him and see where things go. You never know, he might surprise you."

April considered Bill's words. Maybe he was right. Maybe it was time to just be herself around Tom and see if there was something more there. It was a risk, but it was one that she was willing to take.

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As the tour drew nearer, April found herself growing more and more drawn to Tom. She couldn't deny the chemistry between them, but she didn't want to make things awkward between them either. So, she tried to keep things casual and focused on the music.

One day, during a particularly intense rehearsal, April found herself struggling with a guitar solo. She had been practicing for hours, but she just couldn't seem to get it right. Tom noticed her frustration and came over to help.

"Hey, you got this," he said, standing next to her and adjusting her hand on the fretboard. "Just relax and let the music flow."

As Tom stood close to her, April couldn't help but feel a rush of excitement. She was grateful for his help, but she also felt a strange tension building between them. For a brief moment, they locked eyes, and April felt her heart skip a beat. But just as quickly as the moment had come, it was gone. Tom stepped back and returned to his own guitar, leaving April feeling a bit disappointed.

Over the next few days, April tried to push aside her feelings for Tom and focus on the music. But she couldn't shake the feeling that there was something between them. She found herself stealing glances at him during rehearsals and feeling a thrill every time their eyes met.

Meanwhile, the other band members, Bill and Gustav, had noticed the tension between April and Tom. They had seen the brief moment during the rehearsal and couldn't help but wonder if there was something more going on.

One day, after a rehearsal, Bill and Gustav cornered April in the green room.

"Hey, April," Bill said, looking at her intently. "Is there something going on between you and Tom?"

April felt her cheeks flush with embarrassment. She had been trying so hard to keep her feelings under wraps, but it seemed like everyone could tell.

"I don't know what you're talking about," she said, trying to sound nonchalant.

Gustav raised an eyebrow. "Come on, we've known Tom for years," he said. "We know when he's interested in someone. And it seems like he's been paying a lot of attention to you lately."

April felt a mix of emotions - excitement and apprehension. Was it possible that Tom felt the same way she did? Or was she reading too much into things?

"I don't know," she said finally. "We're just friends, I guess."

Bill and Gustav exchanged a look. They knew that Tom could be a bit of a player, but they also knew that he had a soft spot for April. They just hoped that he wouldn't break her heart.

As the tour drew closer, April found herself growing more and more nervous. She didn't know what to expect from Tom or from the tour.

But she knew that one thing was certain - she was in for the ride of her life.