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In the wake of Zayn Malik's departure from One Direction, fellow bandmate Liam Payne has asked fans to keep their faith in the band as they are moving forward as a four-peace. He, moreover, also assures One Directioners that the band is "far from over."

In a TwitLonger, Liam wrote, "In light of recent events I think this is important to say. For the past five years now I've been part of something so special I don't think any of us really understand, something that can mean the world to people and put a smile on the face of our fans even in the darkest times. To a lot of people it's just a bunch of silly kids in a band but to the people involved it means so much more."

He went on, "This last week has been some of the worst times, possibly the worst it's something we are all deeply saddened by. It's sad to think for the time being we won't grace the stage as five bros or have the same fun on a tour bus or laughs in a hotel together that we have over the years but I'm super sure us and zayn will always remain the closest friends."

"I guess what I'm really trying to say is it's far from over," Liam assured. "When we very 1st became successful we all agreed that one direction had become much bigger than each individual member that's why I feel like right now it's ok to be sad and upset but I do ask everyone who is a fan of us to please keep ur faith in us I'm sure there's a lot more to come all love Liam."

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— Liam (@Real_Liam_Payne) March 26, 2015