Chapter4 Opening Night.

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It was opening night. Madame Giry had been working her ballet rats non stop up until tonight. It was only know that she had sent them up to rest so they were not too tired to perform to the best their ability in the opening night later on this evening.

The managers had been working extra hard since Madame had casually mentioned that it may be possible that the media were speculating as to just how grand this grand reopening would be and if it would meet expectations.

Now Madame Giry was in her room attempting to find something to wear for this evening. She found she wanted to look her best. She tried to tell herself it was so she could make a good impression as she was the leading ballet teacher. Deep down however she knew she couldn't fool herself. She wanted to look good for Erik.

Erik had not spoke to her since he had made his presence known to her that afternoon in the ballet studio. Although he had not spoken to her since she knew he had kept to his word. She knew he had kept to his word and was watching from the shadows ensuring she was keeping to her word and the opera would be ready for opening night.

She found a dress at the back of the wardrobe. She had forgotten she had this dress. It was a long fitted satin dress that complimented the curves of her perfect figure obtained from many years as a professional dancer. She pulled her hair up into a tight bun and made her way downstairs to prepare for the crowds that would soon be flooding in. She was also hoping she would be able to see Erik.

She was relived she had been able to keep her promise to Erik and things were up to the high standard that should be expected on an opening night. As much as she loved Erik she had to admit he did have a violent streak and a vicious temper that could be dangerous if he was pushed too far.

When she arrived in the main hall she was greeted by the managers. "Good evening Madame," the managers said unable to keep the nerves from their voices.

"Good evening," she said smiling to them. She couldn't help but feel a little sorry for them as she saw their worried faces that they tried to mask with fake plastered smiles.

Madame Giry excused herself as she hunted once more for Erik. She sighed sadly when she couldn't see him. She couldn't search any longer she had to go backstage the opera was just about to begin she had to ensure all the dancers were in their correct places. "Be safe Erik," she thought to herself.

Madame took her place in the audience as the opera began. It was going well the crowd seemed impressed. Slowly she allowed herself to relax. She forced herself not to look up at box five where she knew Erik would be. It took great restraint but the importance of Erik's safely allowed her not to give in to temptation.

As the final curtain closed the audience cheered wildly. The noise was almost deafening when they came out to take their final bow. Madame was now able to fully relaxed she had not let Erik down and as far as she was aware he had kept himself safe and away from harm.

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"Yes I told you the theatre would be a success now that the Opera Ghost has finally left us," Andre said smiling. When he received no answer he followed his friend's gaze. It wasn't possible. In box five there he was the phantom of the opera. They moved quickly to phone the police this time there was no escape.