Written in the Stars - Chapter 45 onwards

Chapter Forty-Five

By the end of November, I'm back in London. Our album is about to be released and we have some more promotion to do. To be honest, I'm not looking forwards to it.

Despite we were adamant not to discuss our relationship as a condition to give the interview, some radio hosts and journalists manage to sneak a related question, but I think I've become better at deflecting those intrusions with humor and avoid answering.

There's only one I do give a heartfelt response to and that is when they ask if us being in a romantic relationship has changed or affected the way we write our songs, and I do answer truthfully because it hasn't actually changed.

"The impact in our private lives of course has been huge, but with the band, nothing has changed really. Everything's developed very organically and we work in the same way, from wherever in the world we might be."

"And what about you being in the spotlight for your private lives rather than your music?" the host asked me.

"Well, for some time, yes, it was as you mentioned and maybe now that we're promoting our album but then, it's been okay, you know," I tried to give an honest answer without commenting on how overwhelming it sometimes was, particularly for Jonny. Luckily, when he was directly addressed with an intrusive question, a fact that made my blood boil and put me in alert in a second, ready to attack, Jonny laughed, in that way of his and, without showing any nerves, just answered shortly and the topic went away.

"No, I'm just the same, it's the same, really." He replied to being questioned about how famous he felt now that he had been more on the spotlight.

I truly wish that from now on, no one else focuses on that. I'm realistic, though, and I'm sure the odd question will come up here and there during the tour but I also feel we're better equipped now to answer and to dodge those topics. I'm taking the lead here and Jonny has happily let me, but he's also learning and taking things more calmly.

However, apart from dealing with interviews and being on the public's eye, I've come to attend a dear friend's wedding. It's true that after college and everything, it hasn't been as easy to stay in touch as before, but I do hold Paul in high regards and have always had a laugh with him the few times we were able to meet throughout the years. Attending his wedding is quite an honour, but it'll also mark a sort of milestone for Jon and me.

Despite I try not to overthink it, the fact that this will be the first event Jon and I attend as a couple does bring up some anxiety. Will people stare? Will they ask questions? Will anyone make any negative comment? I wonder the afternoon of the event as time approaches to get changed.

I know Paul and he's an excellent bloke, so are some of the other guys we went to university with. However, it's been quite a while since I've hung out with them and that contributes to this feeling, I guess. Jonny does seem more relaxed about it all. He has been in more regular contact with the group, as has Will, even after our relationship became public.

"They ask me about you, yes, but just like to know how you are, they know we're together, but it's no issue at all. Just like normal," he had told me after I inquired how they had taken the news or if they had mentioned anything.

I still feel everything's quite new, but Jonny's tranquil attitude helps me soothe my nerves.

With a little clap, I go out of my musings, it's time to get ready, I think, quicky shedding my comfy trousers and sweater and walking towards the wardrobe to get my more formal garments.

Just then, my lovely partner walks in. It's a sight to die for with his dark blue trousers, matching jacket and waistcoat.

Wow