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Chapter Ten: Reopening (It is now one month later)

Erik was sitting at his organ staring blankly at a piece of music in front of him when Meg tapped him on the shoulder. He sharply turned around and saw Meg standing there with a wide smile on her lips.

"What is it?" he asked rather harshly.

"Today is the day that the Opera Populair officially opens. They are having auditions for singing and dancing tomorrow," she said in an excited tone.

"I take it you are auditioning tomorrow then?"

"But of course. Oh Erik, isn't it wonderful. I get my career, my home, and my friends back. I can't wait until tomorrow."

"Yes, I'm sure it would be nice to have all those things back," he said with no emotion in his voice.

"So, are you going to haunt the Opera Populair again?" she asked hopefully.

"Why is that your concern?"

"Maybe because we're friends and I live with you?"

"Would you like me to become the Opera Ghost again?"

"Well, yes. It is always fun to get a scare once in a while and it just wouldn't be the same without the mysterious happenings of the Phantom of the Opera."

"If you want me to, I'll do it."

"Only if you want to."

"I guess I do. It would be nice to haunt again," he said, entering deep thought. There was an awkward silence for a few moments before Meg cleared her throat causing Erik to come out of his thoughts.

"Well, I'll be going now. I must go and find a dress to wear. As always, I have nothing," she said with an aggravated sigh.

"I might be able to help you with that," he said, pulling a key out of his pocket and handing it to Meg.

"What's this for?" she asked confused.

"Do you know the last door down the hallway where your dancing room is?" Meg nodded. "Inside that room there are some props and costumes from old operas. I'm sure you'll be able to find something or other in there."

"Alright, thanks a lot Erik," she said, heading towards the dressing room.

"You're welcome," he said, smiling at her back as she left.

Meg unlocked the door and walked into the room. It was pitch black and she had some trouble trying to find a candle. Eventually, she found several candles and lit them, placing them in different spots around the room. She gasped at what she saw. The room was huge. It was big enough to be a ballroom. In the room there were three wardrobes, two desks, and a vanity. Posters hung on all the walls advertising old opera and props were scattered everywhere. There were numbers of boxes placed in the corners of the room with costumes and other props hanging out of them. Meg walked up to one of the wardrobes and opened it. Inside, there were several elegant dresses made of fine material. She pulled out a dark purple velvet dress that hung down to her ankles and was lined with black silk. The straps were made to hang loosely on the shoulders and the neckline was a somewhat low cut. There was gold lace criss-crossing the front of the dress giving it a medieval look. She held the dress up to her and admired it. She immediately fell in love with it, but it wasn't something to wear to a dancing audition. She hung the dress back up and opened another wardrobe. Inside this one were three knee high leotards. One was blue, the other pink, and the last one was white. She took out the white one and tried it on. Surprisingly, it was a perfect fit. She searched a close by box and found a pair of ballet slippers. She tried those on as well and they fit perfectly. She changed back into her old clothes and took her new auditioning outfit with her to her room satisfied.

Erik was still seated at his organ staring at the piece of music when Meg stood behind him.

"Thanks again, Erik," she said, making him jump in surprise and turn around. He had a confused look on his face, but soon remembered what she was thanking him for.

"I suspect that you found something to wear?"

"Yes, I did. Here is your key back," she said, taking the key out and handing it to him.

"You keep it," he said, pushing the key into her hand.

"What?" she asked confused.

"The room is yours. I'm sure you'll have more use of it then I."

"Oh, thank you Erik. You're a great friend," she squealed embracing him. He responded the action, but Meg quickly pulled away.

"This is terrible. You've done so much for me and I haven't done a thing for you. You let me stay in your home, you've given me a bedroom, a dancing room, and a costume room and I haven't given you a thing," she said, horrified at herself.

"You already gave me the greatest thing," he said smiling.

"What would that be?" she asked puzzled.

"You gave me friendship when no one else would, and that's all I could ever ask for, and I thank you for that."

"Erik, I'm the luckiest girl ever."

"Why is that?"

"Because I have a friend like you," she said giving him another hug and kissing him on the cheek. "I must go and rest for tomorrow. Thanks again." With that said, she made her way to her bedroom. Erik sat there for a moment, staring at the door that Meg just went through, then turned back to the piece of music. This time, he actually played the piece, sending a beautiful sound throughout the lair.

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Okay, next chapter will be auditions and a new character. Oooo, who will it be? I promise to update sooner this time. I somewhat know what I'm doing next so it will most likely be up this week. I hoped you all enjoyed this chapter. I know it sounds like a filler but, oh well, I'll just have to live with it. Please review and tell me what you think. Until next time, my lovely reviewers.