The Art of Music
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Chapter 3: A Duet and Neighbors
"I knew it!" He declared in a cheerful voice; a cheeky smile pasted on his handsome face. Before I knew it, his strong arms were holding me in a tight hug. He was a head taller than me, and being held in those tanned arms—I realized it had been my first time being hugged like this. I felt the blood rise to my face; matching my red hair.
"Um...ano...I mean…please let g-go." I mumbled, feeling the eyes of the masses on me.
He stared down at me, his eyes going wide; then letting go hurriedly and blushing at his actions. "S-sorry," He said loudly; palms together while bowing at me. The members of the orchestra just laughed it off.
"N-no, is okay." My voice was a little shaky but he stopped bowing and gave me a sheepish smiled in return.
"Hihara, you know her?" The composer who was just talking to Amo-san turned his attention to the greenhead. He gave a slight nod, one hand rubbing the back of his head—still embarrass.
"Womanizer," A member of the orchestra called out, teasing the greenhead.
"I-I'm not!" The greenhead exclaimed, blushing deeper.
"Lady killer," Another member yelled.
"No!"
And soon the room was filled with laugher; I laughed along with them. The greenhead gave me another sheepish smiled before joining with the members.
This kind of scene is like a dream, to find people that love music and enjoy it. I want to make music that can bring this kind of scenery.
"Kaho-chan this is the friend I told you about," She dragged me toward the corner of the platform, and there I soon saw a girl with short blonde hair, emerald irises, milky skin, and a petite figure.
"Her name is Erin Holden, she plays the flute." Then she turned to her friend. "This is Hino Kahoko, she is the famous violinist." Her tone which I recognized very well when she teased, and plastered one of her ear to ear smiles.
"Amo-san! Please, I'm not famous at all." I exclaimed, nodding to Erin with an apologetic smile.
"Kaho-chan don't be modest," She counter, her smile—if possible—was getting wider. Her arms were around Erin and me, pulling us together into a hug. We giggled and all the while I had a taint of pink on my cheeks.
We enjoyed our time. I got to know some of the members, and made some friends at the same time. I sometimes met the greenhead's gaze (his name was Hihara I think), but soon after he did turn around hastily with a blush on his face. But at the end of the break Amo-san and I sat back and listened to their practice performance for another hour.
It was amazing to see the orchestra work together; the scene was filled with harmony, and the music they made was breath-taking. They will do great tomorrow…
"Kaho-chan see you tomorrow!" Amo-san and Erin-san waved goodbyes leaving the theater which the orchestra would perform tomorrow. I waved back and stood staring at the building for some time. Today had passed rather fast, it was six and the sun was setting.
I heaved a sigh, walking my way in the evening streets of Vienna. Amo-san and Erin-san's apartment was the opposite side of where mine was, so we couldn't walk home together. Oh well…
"Um, do you mind if I walk with you? W-we are taking the same path anyway," I turned to meet face to face with dark amber eyes.
"Oh, yes, is okay." I said quietly feeling my cheeks burn.
We walked in silent; I stared at the stores like they were the most interesting things in the whole world. At the same time the greenhead was staring at the buildings like they were made of gold. We both stared at the opposite side, not daring to meet each other's gaze.
But the greenhead broke the silence, wanting to know more about the redhead.
"I-I'm Hihara Kazuki, ni-nice to meet you." He smiled coyly, while his hand rubbed the back of his head.
"I-I'm Hino Kahoko, nice to m-meet you too." I said nervously, returning an innocent smiled. Which earned a blushed from him but I did not notice. I wonder why I'm like this…
"You are Japanese too huh; can I call you Hino-chan?" His voice was cheerful and energetic but like a melody very calming.
I nodded, "Yes, Hihara-sempai." My cheeks no longer burning, but feeling at peace instead.
"Sempai?" He repeated, his lips curling into a cocky grin. "You are older than me, and more experience in music." I noted. It was wonderful walking with someone's company, and his happy-go-luck attitude is contagious.
"Your violin is really cool too; I bet it took years to be so good."
"Huh?" I questioned, wondering how he knew since I haven't played today or to him at least.
"Oh, I heard you play in the plaza a week ago. It was amazing! I never knew Campanella could be played like that." His eyes were distant as he thought back silently.
"T-thank you," I flushed feeling embarrassed, remembering someone had said the same thing.
"Come!" He suddenly pulled me toward the opposite way. "Eeeh!?" I cried unable to stop running. I can't keep up…he runs too fast—
But then the familiar plaza which I had played a week ago came into view. "Let's play! I had always wanted to do a duet with a violin," He stated happily, taking his trumpet out; not even out of breath. I wasn't the best runner but my stamina wasn't bad—yet my breathing was labored.
The greenhead turned and kneeled down to meet my eyes—which were staring at the floor as I took my breath—his hands held my arms to support me.
His dark amber irises looked concern, studying me with a pensive gaze. "I'm sorry, are you okay Hino-chan?" He spoke, holding me firmly. I took a deep breath, soothing my nerves but my heart beats weren't slowing.
Maybe it was because Hihara-sempai was staring at me really close.
Maybe it was his warmth breath tickling on my cheek.
Maybe it was his lips situated inches away from mine.
Maybe it was his tanned hands holding me closely.
Maybe it was…
"Uh, Hih-Hihara-sempai…you are too close." I spoke up finally but the rhythm of my beats didn't change. No, it was still fast—hammering against my ribs.
"Oh," the greenhead blushed as red as my hair; jumping back and pulling his hands reluctantly. "So-so-so-sorry," his voice barely audible.
Kazuki you stupid airhead! God…my heart is going to jump out any second…but she was so cute~ Nononononono—
"Ano, you said you wanted to play a duet…desho?"
"Yes," The greenhead nodded sheepishly, and I nodded also; taking my violin out.
"What do you wanna play?" He asked.
"Oh…ummm, maybe…Gavotte." It was playful and with a lot of energy, it suits Hihara-sempai.
"Nice choice Hino-chan," His carefree expression and energetic voice was back. I'm glad.
Music once again was filled in every corner of Volksgarten; every bystander in the park gathered where the music was. Vienna is a place filled with music, and hearing this kind of performance shouldn't be shocking to the citizens of Vienna. But it was. Their performance was stunning and people were drawn to the sound.
And a certain someone or maybe four others heard the music. They knew pretty sure who was playing—but the one playing the trumpet was yet to find out.
"Thank you for escorting me," I bowed, smiling as I met his gaze.
"No is okay, it was fun doing a duet with you. And I live across the streets anyway." Hihara-sempai said happily, his lips forming into a grin.
"Oh then see you tomorrow," I added, turning around toward the elevator. But instead I bumped into empty boxes; I closed my eyes tightly ready to face the ground. But the pain never came.
I meekly opened my eyes to see why I never hit the floor, and at the progress met amber eyes.
"Hino-chan are you okay?" I heard Hihara exclaim and footsteps heading toward us.
Then reality hit me and I wasn't focus on those familiar amber orbs. Strong arms were holding me, a familiar face was inches away from mine, he was…
"I apologize, is my fault." He held me as I settle my feet on the ground. "I was moving in and the landlord told me to leave it outside, but I left it in here so I could then move all the empty boxes out." He added and then turned his gaze toward me, "Are you okay?"
I blinked and then realized he was speaking to me, I blushed instantly and spoke finally. "N-no is fine, thank you." He smiled, putting his hands back to his pockets.
"You should have left the boxes outside," Someone spoke which I haven't known was there.
"Well sorry, I thought it would be fine just for a few minutes." The gentleman countered sarcastically, his face folding into a scowl.
"Hino-chan you okay?" Hihara asked oblivious to the verbal fight happening in the main lobby.
"Whatever," I turned to the cold voice who was glaring at the dark green haired gentleman.
"Tsukimori at least say something to her she is our neighbor," The guy next to the blue haired which I haven't notice spoke.
The blue haired guy turned toward me with his cold eyes and muttered "I'm Tsukimori Len; I would be living next door in room 745."
"Oh, I'm Rui Waldron, his roommate." He gestured to the blue head with a smirk.
"I'm Tsuchiura Ryotaro your neighbor room 741," I turned toward the dark green haired gentleman. Now I remember why they were so familiar…I saw then in the party yesterday.
"Nice to meet you," The threesome said together, but only two glared at each other and one smirked.
I laughed nervously, I am going to live between these two—mainly the blue haired and the forest green haired—no way.
To be continued…