A Plea For Peace

I found Erik sitting at his organ. He wasn't playing it, though, but instead was writing something. I walked up behind him and peered over his shoulder. It was a letter and this is what it said:

Dear Miss Sherry,

I must inform you that I saw the incident that occurred in the dining room, and I must admit that I despise those who lie. You know as well as I do that Miss Thompson deserves that role far more than you do. Now, I know that you are a spoiled brat, you admitted so yourself, but you should have some common sense. You leave me no choice but to permanently dispose of you. I know that is what you plan to do to me, but I shall beat you at your own game. My advice is to keep your hand at the level of your eyes, for you never know what could happen. I remain your obedient servant,

O.G. (Opera Ghost)

Before I even realized what I was doing, I grabbed his arm and pulled him around to face me. He seemed shocked and tried to pull back until he realized who it was.

"Rachel, what are you doing? What is the matter?"

"What is the matter! Erik, you know you cannot hurt her! I know she is like the devil, but that doesn't mean she should die!" He sealed the letter with the skull seal and stood up.

"Don't fret about the situation, Rachel. I will take care of everything. So, how did rehearsals go?" I couldn't believe how he could dismiss the subject so easily!

"Erik, don't try and change the subject on me! Promise me that you won't do anything drastic!" He retrieved his cloak and tied it around his neck. He walked over to me and gently put his hand on my shoulder.

"I will make you a deal. I'll send her this letter, and then wait for three days to see how she behaves. If she acts more sensible, then she will not be harmed. However, if she continues to behave the way she has been, then she must face the fatal consequences. Now, I have a letter to deliver. Wait here until I return and then we will began your lessons." Before I could reply, he stepped into the boat and started rowing up the lake. Miss Sherry, I hope you behave better. At least for three days, that is. I walked over to the bench and sat down. Erik had been teaching me how to play the organ. I was improving some, but still found the piano more appealing. I began to play a song that Erik had taught me. I was so wrapped up in getting each note right, that I didn't hear Erik sneak up behind me. He put both hands on my shoulders and turned me around.

"Erik, you almost gave me a heart attack!" He smiled that beautiful smile at me and pulled me up on my feet.

"I see you were playing the song I taught you. You are improving greatly, Rachel." I couldn't seem to think properly with his body so close to mine. I could feel the warm heat radiating off of his body onto mine. Our faces were but mere inches apart from each other. Maybe I am falling in love. The thought hit me so hard that my knees turned to jelly and I would have collapsed if Erik had not pulled me back up with his strong arms. Our faces grew closer as we both leaned in. Our lips touched and it was as if electricity were flowing through my body. This kiss seemed different than the last one. It was more deep, more soul searching. I reached my arms up and put them around Erik's hard shoulders. I could feel his hands slide down my back and tighten around my waist. Our lips broke apart for a moment and I heard him whisper my name.

"Rachel."

"Yes, Erik?" I could barely breathe, so it came out more of a whisper. He brushed his lips over my cheekbone until they reached my ear.

"Rachel, I have never felt this emotion before. It's a feeling that excites me, but yet scares me."

"I know, I feel the same way." That was all we said for a long time. Some how, as we were kissing, we had sunk down onto the floor. He had pulled the ribbon out of my hair again and was massaging my scalp with his strong fingers. Remember you can only stay for a little while, and you haven't even started your lesson yet. I slowly pulled my lips away from his. I noted that he was extremely reluctant to stop the passionate moment.

"Erik, we must start the lesson now before I have to return." He pulled me closer again and lowered his lips to mine.

"Does it really matter if we skip one lesson? You are improving very well, after all." I kissed him one more time and then stood up. He looked a little confused as he stood up as well.

"Erik, as much as I would love to continue this, the performance is less than two weeks away. We really need to begin the lessons." He walked over to the organ and I followed.

"You're right, we must begin the lessons."

After two hours of practicing, it was time to return to my room. Erik had brought me back up to my mirror and he was about to leave when I grabbed his arm.

"Erik, please keep your promise about Miss Sherry." He pulled his arm away as I watched an angry gleam enter his eyes.

"I am not like her, Rachel! I actually keep my promises, but if she doesn't behave, then she will end up just as Carlotta did." He stormed away as I stepped into my room. I slid the mirror shut and walked over to my bed. I laid down and stared at the mirror. Sometimes I really don't understand you, Erik.

(Author's Note: Now, it's not going to be simple between Rachel and Erik. It may seem that they trust each other really good for now, but that won't last long. You'll just have to wait and see what I mean. Please review! Thanks to all of my faithful readers! I really appreciate you guys!)