Once again sorry it took so long, but I have been dealing with flamers from my Harry Potter fic/Phic. I HATE flamers!

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Erik's Misinterpretation

Erik's POV

She saw my face and didn't flee. She saw this monstrous face, yet she didn't scream. Why?

Erik realized that playing the organ wasn't helping him enough so he decided to get some fresh air and play his violin on the roof top. As soon as Erik stepped onto the roof, he was met with icy wind and something else. He wasn't certain at first, but then he heard it……music.

Erik kept to the shadows as he silently glided towards the exquisite sound. Erik peered over a statue and was surprised to see where the music was coming from. He hadn't known that Dawn could play the violin. She was quite talented and seemed entranced by her melody. Erik recognized the song. It was Solfeggietto (Solfeggio) by BACH. Erik lifted the violin to his chin and began to play along with her. His eyes were still on her as he watched for a reaction. She simply continued playing as if she didn't notice anyone else.

Erik walked up beside and played along with her, his eyes soon closing. They both became one with the music, escaping into a world of their own…a world of beauty.

Erik felt a rush of happiness even as they played the gloomy song. He felt at peace, something which he had never felt. Granted his music had always helped to give him a taste of it, but this was different. He wasn't alone playing. He was with a girl that had seen his face and hadn't left him, and now they were creating music together. Erik began to feel something at the pit of his stomach as he thought of the girl next to him. He slowly opened his eyes as they reached the end of the number. Erik looked at her as she finished playing, surprised to find himself wanting and waiting to see her reaction.

Dawn had a sad smile on her face as her brown eyes met with green ones. She had noted when Erik first appeared, but she wanted to play. Not just to go into a world of her own, but part of her wanted to play for him. She felt tears sting her eyes as she remembered it was her mother who had taught her that song just before she died. It was a special song that Dawn never played for anyone except her father when he was sick. She was happy that she had shared it with Erik, but she still felt pain over the thought of her mother and her encounter with Erik a short while ago. Dawn slowly set the violin on the ground and walked towards Erik.

"What are you afraid of, really?" She asked in a whispered. It was an unexpected question, but one she wanted him to answer.

I was quiet for quite some time and not knowing what to say. How was I to tell her that I feared myself? I had never felt love. Not by a parent or a lover. How was she going to understand?

"I am a man. I have fears like anyone else." Erik's hand moved to caress her cheek. "You played beautifully. Where did you learn to play like that?" Dawn decided to let the fact that he didn't answer her question slide. She would get an answer from him another time.

"My mother was a fantastic violinist, that's what made my father fall in love with her. Fay looks the most like her, but everyone says I got her talent and hair. She died when I was young of consumption. Father went crazy at first, but he says he had us to keep him sane….I love him so much…Fay is a pain, but I can't imagine life without her. Anyway, mother taught me to play and after she left I continued learning. I glad I did. I feel her presence when I play. It sounds foolish, but I'm that kind of girl." Dawn looked at Erik with glazed eyes and a smile on her face.

"I could teach you more, if you'd like." Dawn eyes lost their glassy look as soon as Erik moved his hand to play with one of her curls.

"I think I would like that, but only on one condition."

"And what is that?"

"That you don't wear the mask when we play."

"Dawn-"

"Erik, please! I saw your face today and didn't run. That should be an indication that I'm ok with how you look. Unless you really are daft and are very good at playing the genius?" She gave him a sarcastic smirk. Erik exhaled and mumbled a

"We'll see."

"No, Erik. I want a straight answer." Her head moved slowly towards him until she connected her lips with his. It was a quick kiss, but strong enough to make them both breathless. They rested both of their foreheads together as they took deep breaths. "Please."

"………….Alright."

"Thank you. When would you like to start?" She asked as his hands made their way around her waist.

"Tomorrow night after the ballet girls go to the Bistro."

"Okay. See you then. And remember, if you don't take off your mask I will plot something evil against you!"

"Is that so?" he smirked down at her.

"Yes. You may be the Phantom of the Opera, but I am female!"

"Hell hath no fury like a woman's scorned." He quoted.

"I completely agree." Dawn giggled.

"You must go. Your father will be waiting for you."

"Your right. Good night, Erik. Sweet dreams."

"Sweet dreams." Dawn gave him one last hug before leaving.

Erik looked out and noticed that she had left her violin. Carefully picking both his and hers up, he made his way to her room to give it back. His eyes kept shifting towards the instrument as he remembered her music. Erik didn't need to concentrate on where he was going for his feet took him exactly where he wanted to go. Once at the mirror Erik noticed that Dawn was not alone in her room, another man was with her. Erik's heart broke as he saw her hug the man tightly and give him a kiss on the cheek with a big smile on her face. The man extended his arm and Dawn eagerly took it as they both left her room. Erik's sadness turned to rage as he dropped the violins and made his way to his labyrinth; throwing candles all over the place.

"SHE LIED!"

Did you really expect her to love a monster when she has a handsome man with her? She's just like Christine.

But what if there is some other explanation?

How could there be? She threw her arms around him and kissed him! Unless she has a secret brother, which I doubt! No, she will pay for hurting me like Christine. What a fool I was! ARGH!

I WILL get my revenge. But what to do?

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BTW: IF any of you know some classical songs that you think are nice, please tell me! My family doesn't really listen to that kind of music, but I LOVE it. SO please, tell me whatever songs you know! Maybe I'll use it in the next chapter ;)

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