James is devastated by his father's death, but he finds himself falling in love with a man who takes care of him and supports him like his father. Little did he know that it would jeopardise his career.
What would you do when you are attracted to...
'The mask' is now in spotlight for his love songs. Little did James know that being popular will bring troubles for him.
One day, 'The mask' was in his recording studio and as soon as he finishes his recording he comes out and Net comes to pick him up. James takes his mask and cap off and hugs Net before getting into the car.
A paparazzi, trying to find who 'The mask' is, finds something more interesting.
Next day, It's all over the news and social media. Everyone is talking about how 'The mask' has a boyfriend, who is famous for his wedding plans. All the commotion makes James lost and he shuts himself up in his room. Seeing James like that, Net tries to get him back on his path and face everyone.
Net: James, open the door. I want to talk to you. James: Net I don't know what to do now. Everything is ruined, I lost my career as a wedding planner and they all hate me because i'm gay. I shouldn't have asked you to pick me up. No, I should have kept my mask on and I should've given you a mask. I'm sorry because of me they are talking bad about you too. Net: James, don't say anything. Just open the door.
James opens the door and hugs Net while crying.
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James: why do we have to face all this, just because we are famous? Why are they so curious about our private life? We do what we like to entertain them and just because I'm gay or have a boyfriend, they all start to judge me. I'll accept it if they judge me about my music or my work, but they don't have any right to judge my life. My life is my own and I'll judge it myself. Just because of their curiosity my life is not the way I want anymore. Net: then make it the way you want. Go in front of the media and tell everyone why you have to conceal your identity and why you have two different jobs. Make them understand you and don't worry about your fans, there are more people who support you than you think. If they truly love your music they will stand by you, support you and guard you. I'm like them too, I'm not talking as your boyfriend but I'm talking as your fan. You were the door to music for me, I love music because of you and I believe you gave hope to the ones who heard your music. That hope might me for different things but there are many who love, care, respect and admire you. I'm sure they all are waiting for you to stand strong for them. James: thank you so much for saying this. I understand what I should do now. I'm lucky to have you by my side.
James gives him a kiss and goes to prepare. Next day James calls for a press conference and reveals that he is 'The mask'.
James: some may or may not know my real name, my name is James. Rumours saying that I have a boyfriend is true and they also say that it's the famous wedding planner 'Net', that's true as well. We've been together for three years. I work as a designer and planner in Net's team. I became a wedding designer and planner because I wanted to see other couples marrying each other after being in love, like my mom and dad. Both my mom and dad were always in their own world full of love. Vowing to be together forever, spending all the love on each other is something special for everyone and it became more special for me after watching my parents and I wanted to be a part of that special moment. That feeling became more strong after losing my dad.
As soon as James mentions his dad, tears start to flow down and looks for a support from Net who is standing behind all the reporters. Net nods at him with a smile on his face, telling him that everything is fine and that he is there for him. James then continues how he and his mom moved to the city and how he met Net and fell in love with him. He also mentions how he loves to write songs and feels that his dad is with him through those songs.
James: if you have a problem with my music I will gladly accept your judgment but don't judge me for my sexuality. You all were fine listening to my songs when you didn't know anything about me and just because you know about me and my sexuality you say that it's bad. If someone doesn't respect me for my hard work then why should I be respectful towards you. If my team or I find anything disrespectful or defaming we'll make sure that you'll go through a legal procedure. I hope you understand that this is me being disappointed and not disrespectful. Whatever you say I will still give it my all when writing songs and I hope someone of you will try not to judge someone else because of their sexuality and pull them down without appreciating their hard work. Thank you for listening to me.
Author: sometimes we admire someone so much that we become curious about all the little things they do off screen. It's fine to be curious but don't pry into their personal space. It's okay to know how they are off screen but don't compare how they are on and off screen. If you only love them on screen then don't judge their off screen personality and if love both their on and off screen personality then give them your full support in everything they do. Hope you don't become someone's pain.
Don't forget to vote for the chapter. See you in the next chapter. -Alice.
