Pixel Rose || 2

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Phil watched with a grin as his boyfriend and his band played into the recording studio mic. He was so proud of Dan and how successful he was. He loved to hear his boyfriend sing - especially just for him but he'd never admit it. 

"I'll never get over this. We get to watch our favourite band whenever we want." Chris grinned, eyes glinting with happiness. 

"Yeah, and they're actually our friends now." Phil chuckled.

"And boyfriend." Chris smirked and Phil smiled and shook his head at his friend. The song came to an end and Dan immediately locked onto the eyes of his boyfriend through the glass separating the recording room and the rest of the studio. 

"Nice one guys, take five." The man at the desk said into the mic. 

Dan was the first one out and immediately latched on to Phil - kissing him full on the lips. "Did you like it?" He asked when they separated. 

"It was amazing Dan." Phil beamed and pecked his boyfriend's lips fondly.

"I'm going to barf." Chris grimaced.

"Now you know how I felt with you and Peej the whole time." Phil shoots back. Chris only smirked and wiggled his eyebrows suggestively. 

"Alright bitches, I'm hungry." Alex interrupted from the door.

"Nice one guys, luckily we're nearly done." Matty added as he started to head to the lounge area. 

"Did you miss me?" Dan whispered in Phil's ear as the others conversed. 

"I could see you through the glass Dan." Phil chuckled. He lovingly wrapped his arm round his boyfriend's waist.

They made it to the lounge area and sat down on the sofas provided. "I'll order pizza." Cole announced and pulled his phone out. No one protested. 

"So DJ, when's the big reveal?" Alex asked curiously.

"Not sure, definitely not before prom - I'd like to keep attention minimal at school." Dan shrugged.

Chris snorted, "That's going to be hard considering you've cut all your hair off and your face is on show. Since the concert you have half the school drooling over you." Chris smirked.

Phil scowled and his grip tightened round his boyfriend's waist. Alex gaped, "Is that true? Lucky!" 

"It's annoying!" Dan gave Alex and Chris a playful glare, "Besides, why would I want them when I have this guy?" Dan grinned and ruffled Phil's fringe.

"This guy? Really?" Phil raised an eyebrow but a smile broke out on his lips. 

"You guys are so in love, I wish this guy paid attention to me." Alex sighed and fluttered his eyelashes at Matty who rolled his eyes and blushed a little. 

"I totally called it! Remember when I said out of the whole band, Matty and Alex would be the ones to fuck!" Chris exclaimed to Dan and Phil in excitement. 

Despite joking about it himself, Alex looked taken aback and blushed a similar shade to Matty. The others laughed and Dan thought that Alex may have met his match when it comes to crudeness in Chris' case. "We aren't fucking." Matty protests, twirling a drum stick between his fingers. 

"Yet." Alex added with regained confidence and got hit round the head with Matty's drum stick as a result. "OW! Quick call 999, I'm in an abusive relationship!" Alex squealed dramatically.

"Be quiet twat, the whole building can hear you!" Cole sighed. 

"Alright Mr so-far-up-his-own-ass." Alex smirked and Cole gave him the middle finger in retaliation. Chris snorted and tried not to burst into laughter.

"Be nice Alex." Dan warned. Alex shrugged, still smirking and leaned back into the sofa. He not so subtly yawned then put his arm round Matty, who rolled his eyes once again.

~

"Seems I missed the excitement." PJ sighed.

"Not really - only an innuendo war between Chris and Alex." Dan giggled, his hand clasping Phil's as they walked down the hall.

"Chris won." Phil added.

"And Alex sulked for hours afterwards and he kept pawing at Matty for sympathy." Dan smiled and squeezed Phil's hand.

"They'd be cute together." Phil commented with a soft smile.

"I think behind all the joking, Alex does like him." Dan agreed. 

"Really? Wow, I totally ship it." PJ said excitedly. 

"I'm not sure about Matty though, he's hard on us when he has to be but he's really a big softy. If he does like Alex then it isn't obvious." Dan frowned in thought.

"Well we'll have to see how things turn out." PJ grinned before stopping outside his classroom. "See you guys at lunch?" He asked.

"Sure, see you then." Dan and Phil walked down the hall in silence. Suddenly Phil's hand slipped from Dan's and Dan frowned in confusion. It was soon replaced with a blush as Phil's arm wrapped securely around Dan. Dan smiled and leaned into his boyfriend. Phil however was scowling slightly as all the girls they passed where eyeing Dan up like a piece of meat. He knew that would happen as soon as he saw Dan properly in all his beautiful glory. He was glad he snatched him up before anyone else. He really liked Dan.

~

"Pixel Rose has a concert in two days." Dan informed everyone as they sat outside on the grass eating their lunch. 

"Awesome, good luck." PJ encouraged.

"Since you guys haven't been to a back stage performance since the competition how about you join us? I'll pay for the trip don't worry." Dan offered with a grin.

"Are you serious? That sounds amazing!" Chris pretty much shouts. PJ put a hand over his boyfriend's mouth and agreed in a more calm manner. 

"Thanks so much Dan, I love watching you perform." Phil beamed. Dan flushed and kissed Phil. They smiled into each other's lips when they heard a nearby 'aw' from a couple of girls. Conversation flowed normally for most of lunch but was interrupted by the appearance of the popular girls. 

"Can we help ya lovely lassies wi' anythin'?" Chris asked in a scottish accent. 

"We heard your band was going to play at prom, we just wanted to say congrats and please try not to go wild. We want plenty of slow songs to dance with our boyfriends." One girl piped up.

"Oh, well thank you, we'll see what we can do." Phil smiled politely.

"Mind if we sit?" the head cheerleader, Ella, asked. 

"Of course not." Dan smiled charmingly resulting in Ella turning a shade pinker before sitting down close to him. Phil's hands clenched a little at seeing her lean towards him as much as she could. 

"So Dan, why did you hide away all the time? We could have become friends a lot sooner." Ella all but purrs. Phil grit his teeth and Dan looked confused. 

"We're friends?"  Dan thought. "I guess I just wanted to focus on my studies and music." Dan shrugged. 

"Wow, you're so dedicated. I saw your show - you sound amazing!" Ella gushed and put her hand on Dan's shoulder. He shifted a little under her touch. Chris and PJ smiled when they notice the daggers Phil was giving her. 

"Um, thanks ..." Dan trailed off awkwardly. 

"You should give me and my friends a private show sometime." Ella suggested, running her hand lightly up and down Dan's arm. Phil felt his blood boil and was on the verge of yelling at her to back off.

"U-um-" Dan stuttered uncomfortably. 

Suddenly Chris cut in, "Hey Ella, are you trying to get into Dan's pants?" he asked with a much-too-innocent face. PJ snorted and some of the girls gasped as they tried to hold in their laughter. Ella looked flushed, shocked and embarrassed. "I mean, I didn't know you wanted to become his sleeve." Chris added, pointing at the way she clung onto Dan's arm. Immediately, she pulled away like she'd been burnt. 

"I-I, I don't ..." she trailed off - flustered and dumbstruck by Chris' bluntness.

"Besides, you know that Dan and Phil are extremely gay for each other don't you? It's basically common knowledge at this school by now." Chris smirked, winking at Dan and Phil were also trying not to laugh. 

"O-of course I knew!" Ella exclaimed hotly and stood up. "Anyway, I've got stuff I need to do!" she lied as Phil pulled Dan into his lap possessively. 

"Okay Ella, have fun with that." Chris smiled sweetly and waved her and the others off. Some of the girls giggled and whispered a 'thanks' towards the boys. 

"Chris! You totally shut her down!" Phil giggled, hugging Dan closer. 

Chris only smirked again, "Well it was either that or cleaning up her carcass once you were through with her and I don't like jail."

"Thanks mate, it felt weird having her stroke me." Dan wrinkled his nose in distaste. 

"Yeah, the only one who can do that is Lester." Chris snorted. 

"PJ! Shut your dirty boyfriend up!" Dan whined.

"Okay." PJ grinned and jumped on Chris, giving him a big snog. Both Dan and Phil rolled their eyes at the scene. However, Dan turned round in his boyfriend's lap to face him.

"He's not wrong y'know." Dan whispered suggestively and Phil laughed, swatting Dan's hip lightly. 

"Shut up and kiss me." Phil beamed and followed Chris and PJ's example.

~

"Thank you London, goodnight!" DJ shouted to the crowd and Alex jumped on his back, waving enthusiastically. 

"LOVE YOU!" Alex yelled into Dan's microphone. The fans went crazy and the band members made their way off stage. Dan immediately found himself being engulfed in a Phil hug. They kissed. 

"You guys were amazing - still my favourite band ever." Chris complimented.

"Well duh, just because you've gotten used to hanging out with us doesn't mean you can't fangirl over our awesomeness." Alex grinned cockily. 

"Oh don't worry you're not that awesome, I was only talking about the music." Chris smirked challengingly. 

"Oh really?" Alex asked, raising an eyebrow and squaring up to Chris. 

"They're a recipe for trouble." Matty sighed and Dan giggled. Matty then grabbed Alex and put him over his shoulder whilst PJ pulled Chris into a hug for distraction.

"Jesus Matt, didn't know you were so kinky in public!" Alex whistled whilst shamelessly staring at Matty's ass.

"Shut up." Matty stated.

"Stop flirting guys, we need to get changed then meet some fans." Cole chuckled and took the lead to the dressing rooms. Dan and Phil joined hands for a second before letting go so no one saw them. Once in the dressing room they started to change. Dan didn't however, his mask still on. "Time to face the press. Escaping out back Danny?" Cole asked.

"No, I think I'll go out front with you guys this time." Dan smiled.

"WHAT?"Alex exclaimed in shock.

"But you never talk to the paparazzi - they barely know what your talking voice sounds like. Are you sure?" Matty asked in concern. 

"That's true babe, fans and press only know that you're 18 and from england. You're a pretty big enigma." Phil explained. 

"Yeah well ... my reveal is coming up once I finish school so I thought I'd tease them a little - almost give them something to ponder about." Dan smirked. 

"We'll meet you back at Phil's later. We're going out the back so no one sees us." PJ added.

"Alright, thanks for watching the show guys." Dan thanked his friends happily. 

"You were amazing as per usual." Phil grinned and pulled Dan's lips to his, savouring these moments where they could be a couple without restrictions. 

"Thank you." Dan mumbled against Phil's lips. 

"What about us Lester? Sure you're not being biased?" Cole teased.

"Of course he's biased, he too far up Daniel's chocolate starfish." Chris laughed, happy with his innuendo. Dan spluttered and Phil glared at his friend who was, once again, the crudest person in the room. Alex was almost on the floor in tears. 

"Alright guys, let's head out." Matty dismissed with an eye roll, however everyone could see the slight lift of the corners of his mouth. 

"It's pizza night, just so you know." PJ called as he, Chris and Phil started leaving the dressing room. Dan nodded and waved goodbye to his school friends. He then chuckled and slung his arm around Matty as they walked to the front entrance where the cameras were waiting. He noticed Alex's little frown at his and Matty's closeness - Dan made it his mission then to get them together. 

"Alright DJ, time to give the public a heart attack." Cole stated.

"And some more stalking material." Alex mumbled but Dan caught it. 

"Let's do it." Dan breathed anxiously and pushed the doors open before he changed his mind. He felt a weird excitement wash over him at meeting the fans and the paparazzi face-to-face ... or in his case mask-to-face. As DJ and the band walked out there were many gasps and screams at their arrival. The gasps were mainly for the rare appearance of the band's headman, DJ. The unexpected appearance of Dan caused some major fangirling amongst the crowd as well as frantic quick-fire questions from the press. 

'DJ can you reveal your identity?'

'Why do you wear a mask?'

'Are you secretly deformed?'

'What school do you go to?'

'What's your favourite colour?'

'Who are you wearing?'

'Are you currently dating anyone?'

'Are you going out with Cole Blake?'

'Are you a natural brunette?'

'Are you really 18 years old?'

Dan chuckled a little at the questions even when his gut twisted with nerves. He should have expected them to be full on and pushy but it still overwhelmed him a little for his first time. Dan didn't immediately answer the questions as he wanted to spend time with the fans first. He started to sign things and take pictures, wary of anyone who tried to yank his mask. He had security nearby in case someone did manage to get it off him. After grinning and meeting many screaming girls, and boys, he finally paid attention to the paparazzi. He blinked anxiously at the flashing cameras. 

"Hey, I'm DJ." Dan smiled awkwardly, glad his flushed face was still hidden behind his mask. Immediately a flood of questions hit him. He strained his ears to pick some out. 

'Why do you now reveal yourself to us and the fans?'

"Oh, I'm talking to the fans because I feel I need to engage more with band activity and connect with the public." Dan replied, smiling sheepishly. Again, questions were fired at him.

'Are you really a high school student?'

"Yes, I'm a high school student that will soon be graduating." Dan offered a kind smile, a little tight-lipped on the topic since he didn't want bother at school for the time being. 

'Are you considering college?'

Dan's eyes widened a little at the question, he hadn't really put much thought into his future other than Pixel Rose. "Um, I'm not too sure about what the future holds for me but I will definitely be in the band full time which will therefore be where most of my efforts go for now." 

'What's your name?'

"What's the fun in telling you that?" Dan smirked, still trying to maintain the mystery of DJ.

'Are you ever going to reveal your face?'

"Well, we'll have to see won't we?" Dan grinned as the rest of the band peeled away from the fans and started to join him. 

'DJ, are you and Cole dating?'

Dan laughed, "Not that I know of."

"Obviously they think that because I'm sexy as fuck." Cole smirked arrogantly. 

'Are you currently dating someone?'

"Um ... yes, I am in a relationship." Dan admitted, wondering if he should have let that slipped. He glanced at Matty anxiously but he only smiled reassuringly. The interviewers immediately latched on to Dan's 'juicy' news.

'Who is it?' 

'Is it someone in the band?'

'Are you dating a celebrity?'

'What's your sexuality?'

"I can't reveal the details of my relationship for the same reasons I can't reveal my true identity for now, as for my sexuality - I'm a sexually ambiguous nerd." Dan shrugged, chuckling a little. 

'Are you gay?' 

'Do you wear a mask because you don't like the way you look?'

'Who are you wearing DJ?'

'Will you advertise our brand?'

"I wear a mask because I'd like to keep my private life private for now." Dan stated calmly, finding himself getting oddly used to the pressure of the press. 

'Will you continue to be the front man of Pixel Rose?'

'Who did your hair?'

'Does the new look suggest you're changing in anyway?'

'Why don't you socialise with your fans more?'

"Yes, I will continue to be the front man of Pixel Rose and my new 'look' does symbolise change in my life. That's all the questions I can answer right now." Dan excused politely and walked with his bandmates plus their security to the waiting limousine. 

"Nice job Danny, the media will go crazy over your little stunt." Alex grinned, patting his back. 

"I suppose it'll be good publicity for the band ... are you sure you're okay with releasing those details to the press? What about your relationship?" Cole asked with a raised eyebrow. 

"I'm okay, soon I won't be DJ of Pixel Rose but Dan Howell of Pixel Rose, that's minor to what you guys go through and release. I'm ready to take charge of my identity. Also, I'm sure Phil won't mind. I won't release any details about our relationship if he doesn't want to of course." Dan explained, glancing out the window as the limo pulled away. As the windows were tinted, Dan was finally able to take his mask off for a little bit.

"As long as you know what you're doing and you're sure. Once you reveal yourself there's no going back." Matty warned. 

"I know, don't worry I've been preparing for it for a while - I'm ready to be a member of this band." Dan smiled in reassurance. 

"Ew, don't get sentimental on us." Alex grinned but pulled Dan into a hug anyway. 

~

"I love this." Dan sighed happily in Phil's arms as they watched a film. A bowl of popcorn rested unsteadily in their laps. 

"Me too, I love spending time with you." Phil hummed and nuzzled into the back of Dan's neck. 

"You're the best boyfriend ever." Dan mumbled and snuggled back into Phil, loving his touches.

"You're perfect." Phil countered.

"You're gorgeous." Dan replied.

"You're beautiful." Phil chuckled and kissed Dan's shoulder.

"You're amazing in every way." Dan grinned and then turned in Phil's hold to kiss him. Things quickly escalated into a passionate kiss and both boys' mouths were moving hungrily against the other's. Things got heated quickly as Dan nipped Phil's lips and straddled his hips. Phil's hands trailed down to Dan's skinny-jean-clad butt and groped him. Dan hummed in approval and pushed their bodies flushed together. 

Phil suddenly broke away from Dan's lips and decided to kiss and suck down his boyfriend's neck to get a reaction. Dan bit his lip and choked a little as Phil's lips brushed sensitive skin. As he started to suck a hicky into the base of his neck, Dan moaned and pushed into his boyfriend, only then realising that he had gotten hard and it was most definitely poking into his boyfriend. 

Dan gasped as Phil switched sides on his neck and moaned as he felt Phil's cool fingers leave his butt and travel up his back under his shirt. Dan followed his lead and slid his fingers up Phil's warm chest, scratching it lightly. Phil grunted and pulled away from Dan's neck to pull Dan's shirt over his head. Once it was off Dan's body, Dan eagerly worked on Phil's shirt - fingers fumbling with the buttons. Dan grinned happily once the clothing was removed and greedily took in the sight of his beautiful boyfriend. He kissed his chest then moved up to kiss Phil once again. He decided to be a tease and ground his hips down into Phil's and they both groaned at the friction. 

"Wait, wait, wait." Phil breathed against Dan's lips. Dan immediately pulled away in worry.

"I'm sorry, was I pushing it? I-I don't want to make you uncomfortable!" Dan stuttered. He was falling hard for Phil and he cared about how Phil felt about him and their relationship greatly. 

"No, no it's fine!" Phil giggled and stroked his thumbs over Dan's hips. "I just wanted to check that you really want this before we go any further." Phil explained and looked at Dan fondly. 

Dan relaxed. "Well I'd love to go further with you." He smiled sheepishly and pecked Phil's lips. 

"You sure? Because I'd love to as well." Phil offered reassuringly and reached up to stroke Dan's cheek. 

"I'm sure, I love you Phil ... sorry if that was too soon..." Dan trailed off, blushing hard. 

Phil beamed and kissed his boyfriend happily. "I love you too Dan."

~

Dan and Phil cuddled together on the couch in the studio. Every few seconds they shared a secretive glance and grinned when their eyes met. "What's up with you two this morning?" Cole asked with a raised eyebrow.

"You're practically glowing." Alex laughed. Dan and Phil grinned at each other and entwined their fingers. Dan shrugged at their friends, trying to act mysterious. Chris's jaw suddenly dropped and his eyes went wide in disbelief.

"THEY DID THE DO!" He practically screamed which made everyone jump in surprise. 

"Chris shut up before security comes!" Dan rolled his eyes.

"Did you really?" PJ asked in surprise. Dan bit his lip and looked at Phil who smiled back reassuringly then smirked at the others, nodding his head.

"Aw our Danny's all grown up!" Alex cooed.

"Shut up!" Dan whined in embarrassment.

"How'd it feel? Is Phil secretly really kinky? Can you walk properly?" Chris asked, firing questions at the couple. Dan and Phil flushed bright red.

"Chris shut your mouth! I'm fine, it was ... it was great, now shut up!" Dan insisted in annoyance, blush still evident on his face. Everyone took their turns teasing the pair and picking on their red faces but underlying the joking they were happy for both of them. Dan and Phil knew this. 

"Hey Phil?" Dan asked in a whisper once things cooled down. 

"What is it baby?" Phil asked while the others conversed.

"Will you go to prom with me?" Dan asked shyly, blushing before revealing a small white rose that he'd been hiding behind a sofa cushion. 

"Aw bear ... of course I will." Phil beamed and took the flower. He didn't waste a second and kissed his boyfriend passionately in front of everyone. 

"OH SHIT THEY'RE GOING FOR ROUND TWO!" Alex exclaimed - pointing at them.

"Shut up Alex, Phil just agreed to go to prom with me." Dan grinned, hugging Phil tightly.

"Pfft, my promposal is going to be way better." Chris boasted.

"Oh is it now?" PJ smirked.

"You bet it is babe." Chris winked and slid his arm round PJ's waist.

"So many people are having sex in this room, want to join in Matt?" Alex suggested and dragged a finger down Matty's stomach.

Matty grabbed his hand and flushed. "For god sake Alex, stop joking about that it's irritating." Matty answered hotly. Alex frowned and Dan caught how a flash of hurt crossed his features. 

"Oh." Alex said quietly and Matty's frown disappeared and he looked concerned. "I'm going to go raid the mini fridge." Alex announced with a false smile and promptly left.

"Wait Alex ..." Matty trailed off and got up, following the boy out the room. Cole and Phil turned to Dan in worry. 

"Leave it to me, I'll check on them." Dan smiled and went after them. He walked down the hall to the studio kitchen where the mini fridge Alex mentioned was. However he stopped in his tracks when he found the pair in the hallway. He hid round the corner and watched their interaction. Alex was picking at the tab of a can of juice as Matty talked to him. 

"I'm sorry Alex, I didn't mean it in a bad way. It's just a little annoying when you joke about it constantly." Matty tried to explain.

Alex suddenly looked up at him angrily. "So you think the possibility of us being together is stupid and annoying?" He snapped and Matty's eyes widened.

"What? No-"

"Really? Why else would you get annoyed? Is the thought of being with me that embarrassing?" Alex continued, grip tightening on his juice can.

"No! I'm annoyed because you joke about it! Like the thought of us being together is nothing more than a joke!" Matty suddenly burst heatedly. 

Alex looked at Matty in surprise, "I-I don't joke about it because that's what I think we're worth, I joke about it because that's my coping mechanism for you being so god damn blind! It's called fucking flirting!" Alex raised his voice - angry again.

"How is that flirting? I can't tell if you're serious!" Matty countered.

"I AM SERIOUS!" Alex blurted and they both fell into silence.

"Me too." Matty suddenly muttered and then Alex grabbed his collar. Dan's eyes widened when he saw Alex drop his drink to wrap his arms round Matty's neck and kiss him passionately. Matty's arm wrapped round Alex's waist to encourage the action and kissed him back just as passionately. Dan grinned and turned away to give them their privacy. He made his way back to the others.

"Dan! What's going on, are they okay?" Cole asked worriedly as he re-entered the lounge area. 

"Don't worry, they're more than okay." Dan grinned and winked at Phil who smiled back. 

~

Dan, Chris, PJ and Phil walked into their school hall clad in black suits. Phil and Chris both smiled lovingly at their boyfriends and admired how handsome they looked in tuxes. Dan was wearing a black bow tie whilst Phil was wearing a plain black tie. Dan had complained that he needed to have the bow tie as a reference for doctor who. Phil had rolled his eyes at his boyfriend at the time. 

"We're finally here." Phil sighed and the four boys nodded in agreement as their prom was in full swing. 

"It's been crazy." Chris chuckled and took PJ's hand. Phil followed his lead - lacing his and Dan's fingers. 

"I say we dance." Dan smirked and dragged Phil on to the dance floor. Phil laughed and started trying to keep up with Dan's wild moves as he let himself loosen up and enjoy himself, even if it was crappy pop songs they had to dance to. Chris and PJ joined them, Chris definitely outshining Dan in the crazy move area. His flailing limbs were all over the place and whilst others laughed, some glared as he accidentally bumped into or hit a few people on the way. 

It wasn't long until the slow dance songs came on and everyone paired up to waltz. Dan smiled sheepishly at Phil and wrapped his arm around his neck whilst Phil's wrapped around Dan's waist. 

"I'm so glad we finally got to meet and fall in love." Dan sighed happily and tucked his head into Phil's chest. He heard Phil's soothing heartbeat pick up a little. 

"I'm happy too, you're perfect." Phil grinned and kissed the top of Dan's head.

"You're perfect." Dan mumbled into the fabric of Phil's dress-shirt. He enjoyed the feeling of being cuddled up to his boyfriend whilst slow-dancing. As the song started to show the signs of coming to an end, Phil tucked his finger under Dan's chin and pulled him into a passionate kiss right in front of everyone in their year. It made Dan's knees go weak so he clutched on to Phil to stay upright and not die of embarrassment. He smiled into the kiss - he could not have found anyone more perfect for him. Dan beamed as he pulled back - practically glowing. 

Once the song ended there was a shuffling sound in the speakers and the headmaster appeared on stage with a microphone in his hand. He announced that the winners of the international bands competitions were now going to perform some of their songs for the room. Dan, Phil, PJ and Chris all locked eyes and made their way backstage to get ready. They set up their instruments behind the curtain and did a sound check whilst the headmaster waffled on stage.

"Now without further ado, the winners of the school band competition." The headmaster introduced and the lights dimmed as a loud cheer surfaced from the crowd of fellow students. 

"Let's do this shit." Chris grinned and sat down at the drums as the curtains rose. Phil started the introduction of the song on his electric guitar which was soon accompanied by PJ on his bass. Dan stood in front of the mic with his own guitar strapped round his neck, ready for when he joined in with the chorus. When Dan's vocals came up he sang enthusiastically, not holding back. He used his real singing voice - not wanting to have to hide and distort it every time he was with his school band. The truth was going to be revealed soon enough as it was. 

They played a few Pixel Rose songs which made the crowd go insane as Dan was capturing DJ perfectly (naturally as they were the same person). As the evening went on they complied with the girls' requests and played a few slow songs for them which earned a lot of grateful smiles. There was plenty fangirling amongst the girls, wolf whistles and blown kisses directed on stage every once in while which made them chuckle. Overall, Dan felt happy being himself whilst singing and didn't feel restrained by DJ's identity. He almost couldn't wait until he came out as Dan Howell of Pixel Rose. 

When they finished the last song they got a standing ovation and a loud round of applause - cheers echoing throughout the hall. Dan beamed and pulled Phil into a kiss out of happiness. 

~

"Hey DJ, what can I do for you?" Matty's voice sounded over the phone.

"Hey Matt, can you convince our manager to clear any schedule we may have tomorrow?" Dan asked anxiously.

"I could try, what's the special occasion?" he asked curiously. 

"Would you and the guys consider doing me a favour?" Dan bit his lip.

~

"Dan Howell." the headmaster said into the microphone and Dan smiled and stood up. He made his way on stage to receive his diploma. "Congratulations on your graduation." He smiled and shook Dan's hand. Dan nodded his thanks and grinned as his parents clapped and cheered. There was a whistling in the crowd and Dan internally rolled his eyes as he knew it was probably Chris as Alex was trying to stay out of site with the others.

The rest of the students collected their diplomas and were congratulated like Dan had been. Once things settled down the headmaster cleared his throat. "Now, we have a special request for a student performance." he announced and Dan made his way backstage. There he found his band mates who hugged him straight away, spewing 'congratulations'. Everyone was ready to go.

"You nervous Dan?" Cole grinned.

"Of course I am but I'm also excited. I can finally be myself." Dan replied. 

"Here's to one last time eh?" Matty smiled and handed Dan his black mask.

"So, I know they won't need an introduction when they appear so I'll let them have the stage." the headmaster smirked - he had been informed earlier by Dan Howell and was in no position to refuse considering how much it would benefit and publicise his school. Matt, Alex and Cole walked on stage.

the students went crazy when they saw the famous members of Pixel Rose appear. "Hello graduates, this is a little surprise for all of you and is all thanks to our lead singer DJ." Matty explained into the mic. He pointed off stage in the direction of Dan who made his appearance, waving at the crowd who, once again, went crazy. His mask was still securely on his face and he immediately caught the sight of students pulling out their phones to document the moment forever.

"Hey guys. I decided recently that I would reveal my identity as soon as school was over ... well guess who just graduated." DJ grinned, as he gestured to his graduation robes and his cap. This made the audience go mad with excitement. "Yes I have been attending this high school from first year and I wanted to say thank you. So, here's a treat from me." Dan smiled and managed to spot Chris, PJ and Phil amongst the crowd - all beaming with pride. Phil winked and Dan giggled a little. PJ waved and Chris stuck his tongue out which made Dan's smile only grow wider.

Pixel Rose then proceeded to play their most famous or well-known songs which seemed to make the crowd happy. As they were halfway through a song only halfway through the show Dan decided it was best to start removing his mask and start performing as Dan Howell. He turned his back to the audience, still singing into the mic and removed his mask. The crowd got louder and crazier at the suspense. Right as there was a pause in the song, Dan spun round to deliver the vocals that accompanied the beat drop which caused the domino effect of gasps and screams as well as shocked faces and wide eyes. There were many cameras aimed his way but Dan couldn't blame them as it was a big moment for him and the band. 

They played through the rest of the set and when they finished they got a very enthusiastic standing ovation. Dan chuckled when he heard a few 'we love you Dan's in the crowd. "Thank you so much, yes I am DJ, also known as Daniel James Howell and I am the lead singer of Pixel Rose along with these amazing idiots." Dan grinned, gesturing to Alex, Cole and Matty. Alex playfully kissed him on the cheek which earned him a swat. "Thank you and good luck with the future!" Dan exclaimed and walked off stage with his band mates.

He was greeted by his parents and Chris, PJ and Phil. "I'm so proud of you baby!" Dan's mum gushed and Dan chuckled as she hugged him tight. Dan's father follow suite and wrapped his arm round Dan and his mum. 

"Thanks guys." Dan grinned, hugging them back tightly. When they pulled away he was suddenly tackled by Chris and PJ who laughed and congratulated him. Dan thanked them also then turned to his band mates. 

"Nice work Daniel." Cole smirked and knocked fists with him. Alex was nearly crying and nearly squeezed the life out of him. Matty's hug was the gentlest he'd had yet and he smiled proudly at Dan. However his attention was soon stolen by Alex who kissed him happily.

Finally, Dan turned to Phil. "I'm so proud of you bear." Phil beamed and pulled Dan into a passionate kiss.

"I love you!" Dan sighed.

"I love you too." Phil grinned, staring happily into Dan's eyes before connecting their lips once again. 

THE END

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FINALLY! Sorry it took so long to upload - I was interrupted halfway through as I was on holiday. I was busy with a different project when I got back but it's finally done. I hope you guys like it :)

~HelloAnonymousWriter~