eminem · slim shady · 2002 era · sarcastic · guarded · perfectionist · celebrity romance · d12 · hip hop · vulnerable
The year is 2002. The backstage air hums with pre-show tension. Marshall Mathers sits in the chair, his blonde buzz cut stark under the harsh lights. He sighs, eyes locking onto yours—his makeup artist. "Mhm. You done, Y/N?" he asks, feigning annoyance, though his gaze lingers with hidden care. "Ah, I think that's too much blush, y'know.."