Chapter 1

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Ben wakes up from the painful loud sound of someone smashing the hotel door. He groans and rubs his eyes feeling a burning ache in his temples. Alcohol still is a poison for the human body but lets be honest if your friend wins an Oscar you're allowed to drink a bit too much. A familiar humming sounds through the thin walls.

Ben gets up and slowly strolls towards the door. As soon as he opens it he sees a happy Joe taking his jacket and shoes off and with bag of buns. His hair is slightly wet from the sampling rain outside.

"Mate, you must be sick to get up this early"

Ben says with a raspy voice while guiding himself into the bathroom to get aspirin for his hangover. As he gets back he sees Joe looking at him with a pitiful smile.

"You must be sick to get up at-" he looks at his clock and scoffs "- 12 am. When did you come back?"

His temporary roommate just gives him a little wave while taking a curious look at the bag that Joe brought. Ben sticks his nose into the bag and breaths the scent of fresh bread. Joe takes a look at his friend. He looks extremely exhausted from last night and all the hard work he has done in the past few months. The blonds short hair stands out in all directions and his worn out shirt is slightly slipping down his shoulder.

"Ben, why don't you get ready and I take care of the breakfast. Gwil and Rami are coming over to eat so look alive"

Ben gives him a silent 'thanks' and takes of into the bathroom. He closes the door and gets rid of his clothes.

The hot water hits his face and he slowly closes his eyes enjoying the warmth. When he felt himself dosing of he turns the water as cold as possible. The old habit causing his body to tremble. As soon as he can't take the cold anymore he steps out of the shower and puts on a pair of jeans and a cozy hoodie. He feels the headache slowly fade and thanks whoever invented aspirin.

Caught in his thoughts he walks out of the bathroom and goes with his hand trough his still wet hair. As he looks up he can see a perfect set table. Joe stands at the stove with his back to Ben making tea.

"You really took your time preparing a beautiful breakfast Joseph"

A mocking smile travels over Bens face. Joe turns around and leans against the kitchen table. He looks at his friend with an played angry face. While handing him a cup of tea.

"How often do I have to tell you that you not my mother nor my teacher"

Ben just giggles and sits down on one of the four chairs around the little desk. Suddenly he hears a loud knocking. Joe walks to the door and opens it. Gwil and Rami walk in with bright smiles and ready to start the day.

They leave there suitcases at the door and look marvelling at the beautiful set table. Ben sips his tea and starts to talk in a moderating tone.

"Here comes the best actor in the world, that is probably way to chuffed to be around such normal people"

Rami chuckles and takes a deep bow and the other three boys start clapping before everyone expect Joe sits down and takes a bun. Joe makes coffee for Rami and himself and tea for Gwil. They thank him and Joe sits down next to Ben and starts the conversation.

"I have a hard bed and now my neck is tens"

He makes a pouted look which earns a little giggle from Ben.

"Anyway how did you two sleep?"

"Gwil snores"

The named man tries to defend himself but Rami gives him a cocky smile that stopes the pleas. They talk about the still unbelievable experience from yesterday and the good times they had on set. Everyone is happy that it's over but it was an unforgettable experience and they enjoyed every second of it. Shortly after everybody finishes there hearty breakfast Ben starts clearing the table. A pleasant silence spreads in the room. Gwil is the one to breaks it.

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