33 Alex finds that filming Paradise Square is a little different from doing TV, but the essentials are the same. The familiarity of the routine is good, because it’s the only thing he’s used to right now. He’s got a different character, and after the terror of the first few days — he can act, yes, but he’s only ever acted Zach — he starts to think that this might be something he can do. It’s a challenge, but a good one. He’s making progress towards proving himself. New York, however, remains hard. The fans have found his hotel again. It’s almost impossible to move around outside without them noticing and trying to follow. He thinks about sneaking out one morning before they or the city at large wakes up. He wants to walk everywhere. It’s not a safe option for him and the schedule leaves

