An adaption of Judith Mcnaught’s Double Standards. Liam Payne, the ruggedly handsome president of Global Industries, handled his business the way he handled his lovers-with charm, daring, and ruthless self control. A man used to the very best, Liam hired Zayn Malik, and assumed the proud young man would soon be another easy conquest. But Zayn’s flashing wit and rare spirit dazzled him; slowly, against his will he was intrigued, challenged and…in love. However, Zayn was living a lie, a charade that became more dangerous with every passing moment. His secret could destroy Liam’s fragile trust—and the promise of a future with the most compelling man he had ever met…

Zayn Malik is an award-winning pop star with a knack for getting himself into trouble, and Liam Payne is the bodyguard he doesn’t want to hire. What happens when both seem to have a problem with staying strictly professional... Sub pairings - Larry & Nosh *all credit for this story goes to scottmcniceass on AO3*