Grin and Bare it

"Thanks guys, thank you!" I acknowledged the crowd, my adoring fans. I stepped up to the mike; I could see a thousand people's faces, waiting for me to start. I could feel their excitement rising, I was their rock god. I was completely immersed in it all. Smiling I didn't even notice Liam sneaking up behind me.

It took me by surprise when Liam elbowed me out of the way and started the song. "You all everybody. You all everybody! I can tell by your stupid face you, you all everybody!"

I was livid. But I managed to plaster a fake smile on my face and sing the chorus. My God Liam, what the fuck is your problem? Sinjin gave me a confused look as I hit a sour note on my bass. Grin and bare it Charlie, grin and bear it.

Alright

The concert ended finally, in my opinion, the worst concert we've ever done. I sulkily walked off the stage, as Liam walked on air before me.

Patrick caught up with me and threw me a water bottle, "Hey Charlie, you alright?"

Let's see here; my brother just kicked me out of the limelight and now he's gloating about it!

"Yeah, I guess." I left him gawking at me as I pushed through the crowd of roadies and groupies; I've got to find Liam.

Baby Brother

I can't believe he did that to me. I can't believe my older brother, of all people, would be so rude, so arrogant. It was bloody hard trying to catch up to him. People tried to touch me and congratulate me; I brushed them off, I've got to talk to my brother.

I finally found him, standing near the food, motioning to the guard.

Okay, time to ask him Charlie.

"Liam! What the 'ell happened out there?"

I was mad, really piss mad at what he did.

He called out to the guard to bring out some chick, "Yeah she's cool. Let her in."

Hello? I just asked you a bloody question.

He grabbed the girl and kissed her like I was not even present.

"Liam!"

He took out a small package from his pocket; the girl smiled broadly. I only stared as reality slowed kicked in; drugs.

Liam noticed my shocked expression, "Chill baby brother!"

He opened up the door to our dressing room and slammed it in my face. I felt the anger rise, but I felt helpless.

My God Liam, what are you doing?