(Okay for all of your people's information, Raoul will play a more important part in the story, that is why Christine had to go back to him. So don't hate me because she went back. She did leave. And this chapter might suck because my friend just got hit by a car, and I don't get to see her very often because she lives 8 hours away from me. So I am kinda bumed right now. I dedicate this chapter to her. Okay, once again not enough sleep. Sleep is a good thing, most of the time. Okay anyways, hope you all enjoy.)

Scene 10: All I Ask Of You

A couple of days later, Erik woke Christine later than usual, he didn't want to wake her especially on that morning. He woke her

with his voice very soft and low.

"Christine, Christine," he said nudging her very gently, "Christine I need to talk to you."

Christine rolled over to face Erik.

"Hmmm?"

"We need to talk."

Erik led her into his study where Christine sat in a chair and Erik pulled a chair close over to her.

"I went to the market today to get supplies," Erik started in a serious voice, "And I noticed a head line on the Epoque'. It said that Raoul was found dead last night." Christine gave a gasp, "It was said that he killed himself."

Christine looked up at Erik with tears in her eyes. Then it really hit her. She ran into the bed room and threw herself on the

bed. Erik came in shortly after her. He sat on the bed and pulled Christine on his lap. They sat there, Christine crying in Eriks

arms and Erik stroking her soft curls. Soon they both lost track of time, and when Christine had cried until she had to more

tears, she sat up.

"Maybe it was for the better." She said not looking at Erik, "He was very miserable. Maybe it was just better."

Erik looked at her for a silent moment, then he started into a familar song.

Why you stay in darkness?

I can see your fears.

You know, I will always love you

No matter where I find you

I can be your freedom

I hate to see your tears.

I know, you want him beside you

But I will guard and guide you

Christine looked up at him through her tears and then rested her head on his chest. Then started to sing

All I ask is every waking moment

Sing for me, fill up my soul and mind

Still I know he's with me now & always

Promise me you'll never leave me to

That's all I ask of you

Erik got up and walked around the bed to help Christine out of the bed, and sang to her again.

I can be your shelter

I can give you light

I see the hurt deep inside you

Your fears are deep within you

Christine put her arms around Erik's waist and rested her head on his chest.

I don't want your freedom

I've learned to love the night

The light that you have given me

Will always me within me

Erik pulled away just enough to look at Christine.

Then say you'll share with me

One love one life time

You have led me from my solitude

Say you'll stay with me

I know now, I need you

He took of his mask

Help me to except me as you do

Sing for me, that's all I ask of you

Erik put his hands around Christine's waist and Christine put her hands on top of his, closed her eyes, and started to sing.

Say you love me every waking moment

I would do anything just for you

Erik joined her.

Share each day with me each night each morning

Christine turned to face Erik, who still had his mask off.

Say you love me

Erik looked her straight in the eyes.

I always will

Erik and Christine began to get closer and closer as they both sang.

You loved me

That's all I asked of you

Just as their lips were about to meet Erik pulled away and started to sing again.

I would go anywhere with you

Christine joined him.

Sing with me

That's all I ask of you

And then their lips met, something Christine had wanted for a very long time.