Oh, I forgot to mention I have NO ownership over The Phantom Of The Opera. I wish I did though the story would have ended much differently. Btw I am going to attempt to make every chapter titled after a song from POTO. If anyone has any suggestions of where the story should go from here I'm more then happy to listen. If you have an idea and I use it you will be credited for it at the top of the chapter. :-)

Thanks to Mouse In The Opera House for the nice review ... it was my first review ever and I was glad to see it was a good one.

Chapter 2 – Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again

When the kiss ended Christine slowly opened her eyes as a slight smile of bliss formed.

She then realized the current situation and how Raoul was waiting for her to return to him so they could leave. Not being able to face Raoul she asked Erik to quickly get her a piece of paper and a pen. Erik looked at her as if she were nuts but got it for her anyway, Christine began to write...

My Dearest Raoul,

I am sorry to say I cannot just bring myself to leave and never look back. I am going to leave with Erik and try to figure things out. I was not forced to write this letter and I want you to know I am not being hold captive, as I know that is the first thing you will think of. I cannot simply just leave him here to die or be killed and when I figure things out I will be sure to contact you. They are after Erik not you and I must be sure of his safety because I do still care for him. I am sorry Raoul...

Love,

Christine

PS If you are still here once the mob reaches here please don't tell them any of this. Tell them the phantom was gone once you arrived. I do hope you are gone before they reach here.

When Raoul went to go look for Christine he found the letter neatly folded on a desk. He nervously picked it up and began to read it. When he finished he stared at it blankly unable to even think. Did Christine actually write this or had the phantom once again abducted her against her will? He looked around and there was no sign of her or the phantom so he decided to leave before he had to face the mob. As he went to leave he felt something under his foot, he lifted his foot to find Christine's engagement ring! He picked up the ring and stared at it for a moment before placing it in his pocket. As he rowed back his body shook and he felt his stomach in knots.

I must find her and get her back from this madman!

Erik was shocked when Christine kissed him and even more shocked at her asking him for a piece of paper and pen. He did not know what to think but knew she still had feelings for him judging by the passionate kiss and hurried to get what she asked for. He did not see what she was writing and watched as she hurried and placed the folded paper on his desk. Then she finally spoke…

That was a letter for Raoul when I don't return to him he might assume you have taken me against my will. We must leave now before the mob arrives and tries to kill you. She was somewhat out of breath. Erik could do nothing but stare at the girl before him. Was she saying she wanted to leave with him?

Erik are you listening to me?

Do you know another way out?

At her somewhat harsh and worried tone Erik snapped out of it.

He gained his composure, placed his white mask securely on his face, and combed his hair back with his fingers.

Yes, follow me time is of the essence. He wanted to feel in control again and was surprised at how the young girl had taken control of the situation.