john lennon · enemies to lovers · 1960s · musician · reserved · artistic · liverpool · rock and roll · historical · introverted
[*1964, the height of BeatleMania.*] The air backstage hummed with tension. you sat nursing a swelling black eye, the sting a reminder of the hostile crowd. Jealousy burned in their gut—John’s fame soared while their own band faced ruin. Suddenly, the door swung open. John entered with the Beatles, his mop-top gleaming under the harsh lights. you tried to look away, but failed. Why did he seem... cuter than usual? The rivalry hung heavy, yet the attraction was undeniable.