Zayn and Liam have never seen eye-to-eye. Constantly butting heads, their rivalry is legendary among the band. But when a wild dare forces them to pretend they're in a relationship for one week-complete with nicknames, hand-holding, kisses, and slee...
The world had gone through 365 days of chaos, laughter, and collective sobbing as Zayn Malik and Liam Payne somehow became the internet's most chaotic yet beloved couple. Now, the world was about to witness the moment everyone had been waiting for—their wedding photos.
A series of images appeared on Twitter, posted from Liam's account with the caption: One year later, and I still can't believe I tricked this idiot into marrying me.
The pictures were stunning: • Liam and Zayn at the altar, Liam in a sharp black suit and Zayn in a white tux that made him look like a literal prince. • Zayn kissing Liam under a flower arch, their fingers intertwined, both grinning like lovesick fools. • The lads cheering in the background, with Louis holding a sign that read: About bloody time.
Fans, as expected, lost their minds.
Twitter Reactions
• "I'M SOBBING. THIS IS WHAT TRUE LOVE LOOKS LIKE." • "Liam Payne and Zayn Malik: making us all believe in love since forever." • "THE TUXES. THE KISSES. I CAN'T HANDLE THIS." • Louis: Not to be dramatic, but I carried this love story on my back like a damn hero. • Harry: Do we ship them more than they ship themselves? Discuss. • Niall: Drinks were on me that night, you're welcome.
But of course, the biggest bombshell was yet to come.
A Secret Revealed
By now, Liam and Zayn had become experts at throwing the internet into a frenzy. So, when Liam posted a photo of a sleeping Zayn on the couch, his head resting against the armrest with a tiny newborn baby snuggled in his arms, the internet combusted.
Liam's caption read: Meet our little prince: Elijah James Payne. Born last week. Zayn's already teaching him how to smolder.
Fans and friends alike went wild: • "YOU HAD A BABY? A BABY?!" • "Ziam baby content? I've peaked in life." • "Elijah James Payne? I'm crying, shaking, throwing up. Congratulations!" • Louis: I'm the godfather, right? RIGHT? • Harry: This is the softest thing I've ever seen, and that includes Liam's face when he looks at Zayn. • Niall: Did you name him after me? No? Rude.
How It All Ended
At their flat, the lads came over to meet baby Elijah, bringing gifts and causing chaos. Louis nearly dropped the baby while posing for a picture, earning a death glare from Liam, while Harry cooed so much over Elijah that Zayn teased him for sounding like a "bloody grandma."
By the evening, the house was finally quiet. Liam stood in the nursery, rocking Elijah to sleep as Zayn leaned against the doorframe, watching them with a soft smile.
"You think we'll be good at this?" Liam asked quietly, glancing down at their son.
"We'll be bloody brilliant," Zayn replied, stepping forward to kiss Liam's temple. "Elijah's lucky, y'know? He's got the coolest dads."
Liam chuckled, nodding. "And we've got the best kid."
As the night settled, Liam posted one final picture: Zayn fast asleep in bed, with Elijah tucked against his chest and a small stuffed bunny between them.
The caption read: My whole world in one picture. ❤
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Fan Replies and Chaos
• "THIS IS SO DOMESTIC I CAN'T HANDLE IT." • "Imagine being Zayn Malik and Liam Payne's child. Elijah's going to be the coolest human alive." • "Why am I crying at 3 a.m.? Oh, right, because Ziam has a BABY."
Louis: Bet Elijah's first word will be "fuck." Harry: Can I babysit or is Louis banned forever? Niall: I call dibs on teaching the kid how to play guitar.
Happily Ever After
As the world gushed over their journey—from a ridiculous dare to a full-blown family—Liam and Zayn found themselves reflecting on how far they'd come.
"You know," Liam said one night as they sat on the couch with Elijah between them, "it all started because of Louis and his stupid dare."
"Remind me to send him a fruit basket," Zayn quipped, smirking.
"Or a punch in the face," Liam added with a laugh.
As Zayn kissed Liam's cheek and pulled him closer, they knew one thing for sure: this was their forever.
