Disclaimer: I, unfortunately, don't own Erik. I wish I did.

A FOGGY NIGHT

Chapter One: A Normal Halloween – Or Not

I walked carefully down the tacky staircase from the gym door, trying not to fall in my heeled shoes. Smiling in pride, I knew no one else had thought of my costume, that of the singer Christine Daae. The rosy dress was a nuisance though, and I sighed, searching for my friends.

"Hey!" Margarita called, gliding over in her form fitting black leotard and tights. "Wow, you're so pretty! So…are you like…Sleeping Beauty or something?" She fingered her petite cat's ears.

"No, Christine Daae."

"Suuuure." Margarita was spared from really answering when my other friend came over. "Hi Taylor! Love your outfit!" She said brightly, eyeing the other girl's cool pirate costume.

While they were chatting, I snuck away, gazing at the orange, green and purple beaded lights strung around the ceiling. In front of the DJ stand was a designated area for the dancing throng. Grimacing at the rap music, I tried to block all the gossip flying around the room. Maybe coming to the Halloween Party wasn't such a good idea…

A subtle movement made me turn towards a shadowed corner. One lone figure stood there, blending in with his black cape, obviously as irritated at the music choice as I was. My mouth dropped open when I saw in a brief moment that half his face was covered by a white mask. The man stiffened, searching the room, for he could feel someone staring at him.

Standing up, I gulped, and hesitantly walked toward the corner, aware of his burning gaze.

"Monsieur," I flushed, dropping a small curtsy. He kept silent; studying my costume, then gave a small smile. "Miss Daae."

"Thank you! Finally, someone who doesn't think I'm a dumb princess!" I exclaimed, noting how elaborate the detail of his vest was. "Although the DJ just thinks I don't have an ear for music."

The 'Phantom' gave a laugh. "The same problem here as well, but together, I think we could convince him. What do you think?" He held out his arm to me, and I laughed, taking it. "Why not?"

Honestly, I had to put my hand over my mouth to stifle my giggles when the Phantom went up to the DJ, gesturing at me, producing a music CD, and pointing to a track. The poor man was rather hastily doing as he asked, under his glare.

The music began to play…

We are the lucky ones; we shine like a thousand suns

When all of the color runs together…

My Phantom came back, a strange smile on his face as he whisked me to the empty dance area. His right hand gripped the small of my back, the other holding my gloved wrist.

I'll keep you company in one glorious harmony Waltzing with destiny forever…

We glided around the floor, feet moving in a simple but elegant stride. I was amazed I wasn't tripping over my own clumsy feet. Everyone was watching us, in awe of the perfect pair.

Dance me into the night, underneath the moon shining so bright Turning me into the light…

Our bodies were pressed close – I was sure he could hear my pounding heartbeat.

Time dancers whirling past, I gaze through the looking glass

And feel just beyond my grasp is heaven…

Sacred Geometry, where movement is poetry

Visions of you and me forever…

Dance me into the night, underneath the moon shining so bright

Turning me into the light…

And the song continued, with much the same kind of lyrics. But we weren't hearing the whispering crowd or meaning of the words. There was only us, the rhythm of something more echoing in my soul. Looking into his eyes, I could tell he felt the same way…those intense, solemn green eyes…

He pulled me closer, body heat warming more than my skin…leather glove caressing my cheek as his head bent slightly…slightly…

I was trembling in his iron grip, breath shallow as our eyes locked. His lips found mine, and I absolutely melted, pulse racing as the students gasped. It was like a phoenix had replaced my heart, soaring and bursting into flame inside me.

The actual world came back in a rush as he slowly pulled away. I moaned softly, wishing that the moment had lasted forever. He gave a small chuckle, eyes filled with a flicker of excitement that was dwindling.

I took a deep breath, steeling myself for the group of gossip girls that were heading my way, including Margarita and Katie.

"Oh my god!!! How was it????" They squealed, questions only slightly varied.

"Ehm…" I blushed, noticing him waiting for my answer too, a curious expression on his face. "Unbelievable."

After a few more futile attempts to try and squeeze more detail out of me, the girls left.

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