DISCLAIMER: I don't own any Phantom characters, songs, etc. I only own this, my other phanfic, Angelica, Ri'chard the stable boy, Gareth LeJolie, and other original characters of my own aforementioned.

Thanks to: PhantomLover2005, Phantom's Girl, Twinkle22, mrsphantom1029, and everyone else who's read and reviewed. I appreciate it more than you know!

Angelica returned later in the dark hours of the morning, still envisioning she and her father in the heartfelt embrace. 'The void is whole again', she thought to herself 'I'm no longer alone'. She had never felt so content. And finally, fight it as she might, she just as her mother, couldn't resist the allure of the music of the night.' Soulful the feeling, intoxicating the sound'.

Angelica remembered after the embrace ended, how the candlelight relaxed her. She sat down next to her father at his organ and peered into his eyes beneath the mask. His terrible distortions did not phase her. He wasn't a monster, she thought, he is human. He breathes, cries, and bleeds just like the rest of us. Though one side of his face was strongly contorted to deformity, she couldn't help but see how handsome he actually was. He had a distinct jaw line, a dimpled smirk, and was in very good shape physically for being his age. Angelica noticed as she stared at him while he played his music, that not only did they have the same eyes, but they also had the same dimpled smirk. 'Hm-hmph' she giggled to herself, so utterly happy. Soon she reached the corridor before ballet dormitories once again, still smiling dreamily. Ri'chard was waiting outside the door, not looking very pleased.

"Where were you?" he asked coldly.

Angelica was surprised at his tone.

"I thought you said you couldn't go with me?" she answered, her smile fading.

"Now you decide to take me seriously...I'll see you later."

"Well I didn't--" she tried to finish.

But Ri'chard had turned on his heel and walked away. Once again leaving Angelica alone and confused.

He loved her, he really did, but when was he going to stop acting like a boy, and finally be there for Angelica? If he didn't confess how he felt soon, he would lose her forever to Gareth LeJolie. Ri'chard cringed at the thought and clenched his fists together. He turned around hoping Angelica was still standing at the door. Sure enough she was, but didn't hear him, creeping beyond the hallway. She still took his breath away when he looked at her. Ri'chard stood there admiring her beauty, and suddenly heard her saying something, no, singing softly to herself.

Masquerade,

Paper faces on parade, masquerade.

Hide your face so the world will never find you..

"Why does that sound so familiar?" Ri'chard whispered to himself.

A floorboard creaked.

"Who's there?" Angelica said, startled.

"It's only me. " Ri'chard said sheepishly, stepping out so she could see him.

Angelica looked at the ground, still looking saddened by Ri'chard's words.

"Please." he pleaded to Angelica. "I'm sorry and didn't mean to."

"Did you?" she said now looking at him.

"Yes...I just got so j-jealous when I saw you with Gareth that I just, got so angry."

"Why?" Angelica asked, looking confused.

"Because.." he hesitated. "I love you."

Angelica sat before Ri'chard looking surprised and at the same time scared. Curtly, he leaned in to ask her what was wrong, but before he could say another word, she wrapped her arms around Ri'chard's neck...And kissed him.

Chapter submitted. I thought this was an OK chapter, but certainly not my best. Oh well, I guess it's really up to you; my wonderful readers and reviewers! I hope to have the next installment up as soon as I can. Enjoy! Thanks guys:)