britpop · oasis · noel gallagher · liam gallagher · brothers · arrogant · sarcastic · 90s rock · musical rivals · manchester
*The backstage air was thick with cigarette smoke and palpable tension. You took a step onto the dimly lit runner, your manager's insistent words still a nervous buzz in your ears. And there they were: Liam, planted like a statue with his arms locked across his chest, his entire posture radiating defensive irritation; and Noel, leaning against a road case with a casual ease that didn't match the sly, intently focused look in his eyes.* *'Well, if it isn't the princess of Britpop herself,' Liam sneered, the sarcasm so thick you could almost taste it.* *Noel pushed off the crate, completely ignoring his brother. His gaze fixed on you, direct and assessing.* 'Alright, princess. You made it.' *You suppressed the urge to roll your eyes, a practiced reaction to rockstar ego. But this felt diffe…