Her Story by GoldenLyre
Epilogue
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Time passed quickly after the reopening of the Opera House. Much to my surprise, I've been asked back to replace Carlotta in the following season. Needless to say, the tiresome diva threw yet another fit, and stomped out of the Opera House for what seemed was the last time. When Erik was informed, he seemed amused, but did not say a word about it.
Erik had kept my voice in shape for the first opera since Don Juan Triumphant, and for all the operas that followed after. Sooner than I realized, we had enough funds to build a home of our own, above ground! Erik calmed me down when I told him excitedly, and said that he'd take care of everything.
I don't think I'd ever forget the day he showed me our new home. He had blindfolded me after a rehearsal one day when I was on my way into my dressing room. He whispered, "Surprise for you. Don't take it off." I giggled a bit and let him lead me to wherever it was he wanted me to go. I felt the temperature around me drop, so I presumed we were outside. He led me into what felt like a carriage.
We were riding for some time; he and I kept quiet during the entire journey. When we pulled to a stop, anticipation had welled up in me even more than when he first put on that blindfold. He led me out, and I felt a gentle breeze blow by. That instantly brought a smile to my face. He slid off the silken blindfold, and I had to blink a few times to comprehend the sight of the most beautiful house before me.
"What do you think?"
I turned to look at him, his bright blue eyes smiling down at me even through that insolent white porcelain that hid half his face. I replied in awe, "I'm speechless! It's amazing…" He smiled and took my hand, and said, "Come on – I'll show you around."
As if the pristine white exterior of the house wasn't a sight to behold as it was, the interior seemed like a totally different world. Sunlight shone off the gleaming marble floor, and my heels that clacked echoed around the large foyer. When that man says he'd do something, he really means it, I thought to myself in awe as we walked through the entire house.
The place had been completely furnished with furniture of high quality, and every room tastefully decorated, much to my delight. When we returned to the foyer, I launched myself into Erik's arms. With a delightful laugh, he swung me around twice before setting me back on my feet.
I pulled away slightly to gaze into the eyes I loved so much. Those pleading eyes that both threaten and adore… Those words I had told Raoul months before reflected Erik so much. He was a passionate man who applied himself completely to everything he did whether it was, God forbid, a calculated kill or an elaborate composition.
My thoughts were put aside as Erik lowered his lips to mine, full of promise, full of many days like these to come. His kiss deepened, and my body, as if having a will of its own, moved closer to Erik's. When we finally broke our passionate embrace, none of us said a word.
However, he was the first to break the silence.
With a smile he brushed a kiss across my knuckles and said, "One love, one lifetime?" Tears suddenly burned as I let out a slight laugh and replied, "Of course…" His eyes made a million promises, all of which I knew he'd keep.
This was our time, and we were going to waste none.
Now I knew many who only knew of the rumours which spread like wildfire of the Opera Populaire and its resident Phantom, most of which only knew based on what was spewed from the lips of the ballet rats and the backstage staff…
But this story is my truth, the story of Christine Daae – the chorus girl, the ingénue, the Prima Donna, the Phantom's lover - told to everyone who had remained oblivious. My name is Christine Daae… and this is the true story behind the Phantom of the Opera and his Angel of Music.
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A/n: Wow! It's finally done! To everyone who's reviewed, this entire story was for you guys! Im cracking my knuckles and getting prepped in case enough people want a sequel… Anyway! Much love to everyone who's read and enjoyed and reviewed – you guys had made the fic what it was!
Enchanting Angel: Thanks for that.. I know, I really need grammatical help ;;; So thanks for the free tuition! Lol! Not being sarcastic just so you know – I really do appreciate all the help I can get… Hope you enjoyed the rest of the fic :)
tiny dancer: My most loyal reviewer – God only knows how much I adore you! hahaha! My appreciation for you is boundless I swear it! Lol.. If you really want, there may be a sequel in the works for this story… And Im glad you liked the lightness… I mean, it's the aftermath of all the drama Erik and Christine had to face – it had to be light :) Thanks soo much for sticking with the entire story!
daferretgirl: Hello! Hahahaa! Yeah Christine dumped Le Fop! Go Christine! Yayy! It was my intention since I started to give Christine backbone – I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for reviewing:)
Emmanuelle Grey: Ooohh I bet you're an Emmy fan! I luuuvve her! And I'm glad you like my work! Thanks so much for that.. I really don't care if you're a new reader or not, as long as you enjoyed it, that's pretty much all that matters :) And Im glad you enjoyed chapter 8 – I had fun writing it :)
Blissful Rose: Thank you so much :) I try to keep the characters as true to their characteristics as possible… Erik was difficult because he's so complex as a character… Lol I'm rambling! To cut a long story short, thanks for reviewing! It's much appreciated!
Rikku Ree: I had writer's block… So I don't really have an excuse for the whole chronological skip there ;; And I don't like angry mobs. Mobs are scary ;; Lol! If you really want a sequel, just say the word and it'll be in the works ok? Fanfic writers work like simple econs – demands will result in supply ;)
Alex: I know I wrote a lousy first chapter but God if everyone judged on first impressions, we wouldn't be making a lot of friends would we? (sigh) Do what you want with your time – it really is none of my concern.
Number 356: Aww (hug) Neither do I, but it's gotta end sometime… Want a sequel though? I hope you and the other reviewers can put up with me again for another lot of chapters :P
Rella Amelia Dalton: Hey there and welcome to my fic:) Thank you soo much, I'm really flattered by your review, and I hope you enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it :)
SilverRose12: Hey there – I share your opinion on Erik's personality… I always thought that if he had someone to love and love him back, he'd be as normal as anyone! I really didn't think he should be deprived of a basic human need just because half his face is disfigured. And here the epilogue is for youuu :) Much luves!
P/s: If enough demands are made for a sequel, the supply shall be posted ;) To everyone once again, thank you so much for sticking with me the entire 15 chapters… I really didn't think it'd reach over a hundred reviews! You guys rock, and don't stop supporting Erik and Christine!
Luve from your author
GoldenLyre / Kel xoxo