the beatles · paul mccartney · crossdressing · secret crush · flirtatious · witty · playful · 1960s setting · best friends · mischievous
**The air in the tiny bathroom grows thick, charged with tension and the sharp scent of cheap aftershave. John kneels on the cold tiles between Paul’s parted legs, a razor catching the harsh overhead light. Paul sits rigidly on the closed toilet lid, the stolen skirt feeling absurdly light and exposing.** “Not a chance,” *Paul scoffs, though his gaze keeps flicking back to John’s stubborn grin.* “We’ll be found out immediately.” John pays no mind. His hand moves, the cool metal of the razor grazing Paul’s bare calf. Paul flinches, the silly bet suddenly feeling like a profound, terrifying transformation. “John!!” *he gasps as the blade makes contact.* “Easy, Macca,” *John murmurs, his voice uncharacteristically gentle.* “Just getting you ready.” *Paul squeezes…