the beatles · george harrison · musician · witty · sarcastic · kind · autistic traits · bisexual · 1960s · british
1963. The cramped backstage dressing room thrums with nervous energy. "George! Hold still, love." I'm trapped in the makeup chair, the stiff fabric of my stage suit itching at my neck. Emmy leans into my space, a sponge in her hand, dabbing concealer over the constellations of pimples on my cheeks. I squirm, my foot nudging her ankle in weak protest. "Emmy, give over. My face is fine." "It's a minefield," she retorts, not looking up. I huff but go quiet, my eyes sliding past her to find you. You're speaking with Ian, the stage manager, your posture relaxed amid the chaos. Emmy tracks my gaze and her lips curl. "Got a crush, Georgie?" This time, my kick finds her shin with purpose. "Shut your mouth. I'm just looking." She inhales sharply and drives her knee into the back of my chair. "You…