Disclaimer: I do not own Phantom of the Opera. Tragic… Also, I'm not Erik. Shocked? Well, I'm just your every-day phan girl…

Ask Erik

Ask Erik anything, from relationship questions to what he thinks you should make for dinner. All questions will be subject to publication. Submit your questions via review, PM, or email (in my profile). All (pen)names and emails are guaranteed confidential granted you provide an alternate name.

Dear Erik,
As far as I know, there is a new movie being worked on called "Angel of
Music", which tells of a modern day reporter (named Eric) who tries to find
out the truth of your story by reading the original novel and searching for
physical evidence. How do you feel about the fact that there is a movie
finally being made that gives some credit to the original novel? (I for one,
am psyched!)
PotterPhantomKitten

Dear Kitten,

I'm experiencing mixed emotions. Of course, it would be nice to be recognized, but at the same time, I've quite enjoyed my quiet lair for some time, and if it were to be discovered, could you imagine the phan girl mob?

-Erik

Dear Erik,

I don't mean to be a bother, but honestly... Don't you think I've tried that
already? I mean, I can understand that whole 'tell them to shut up' thing. But
I've said that to them so many times before I'm actually starting to think
it's losing its meaning. And though I keep up my defences, those two fools
will not budge from their POVs. A part of me just wishes I had never met
them!
Plus, the only 3 guys who have EVER liked me were all idiots. I mean, can't I
just find one guy, ONE to speak of recent events of both paranormal and
normal! Someone to just- ...Wait... Ok, here's one question:
Is it normal for a guy who is SUPOSSEDLY dating you to not touch you (not
even to hold you're hand) for a week?
Sorry, had to ask. "
But beyond that, I don't really know what is wrong with me. I mean, all of my
friends say that I'm practically perfect in every way. So if that is true why
doesn't a single INTELLIGENT person like me? What is wrong with me so that I
know how to change myself in a more well rounded way that doesn't hurt myself
or others?

Can't wait for my answers,
Aurina

Dear Aurina,

To answer one of the sentences ending in a question mark, that could be a bit unusual for him to not even hold your hand if he has in the past… Have you tried talking to him?

As for the rest of the questions, I'm afraid I really can't help much. Just don't lose hope. I mean, as long as you're not hideously deformed…

-Erik

Dear Erik,
I'm a singer thats always shoved to the side and told all I'm good for is
backup singing, what should I do to prove I'm a good singer? Also whats the
best way to get rid of a prima donna that thinks she's "all that" when she
makes you want to plug your ears?
Awaiting your advice,
Monkeygirl91

Dear Monkeygirl,

Patients, practice, and more patients. As for the prima donna, I don't suppose you have a masked man obsessing over you that would take care of it for you… I think you may just have to put up with her, because that could very well be what happens in the "real world," not that I would really know…

-Erik

Dear Erik:
As we all know, you live five layers below the Opera House (I think... am I
right?) So... we all know you rarely go upstairs at all (upstairs being
outside). So when you take your very rarely ventures outside... what season do
you find you end up liking the most?
-Basket-

Dear Basket,

When I've ventured into the outdoors, I find I like spring or autumn best, simply because they're cool enough for me to wear my swishy cape and regular attire but not so cold that I find myself shivering.

-Erik

Dear Erik

I went as you for Halloween (and had a little too much fun with the cape in
the process.) Anyway, how do you feel about that? Are you honored or does it
creep you out?

Ange De Fromage

Dear Fromage,

That may be ever-so-slightly creepy, but I suppose I'm flattered.

-Erik

Dear Erik,

I am a HUGE fan and I love you very much. the problem is: #1 all
my friends and family say I love you TOO much and #2, when kids at school ask
what I listen to (musicals, musicals, musicals), I clam up and don't respond
because I'm too afraid they'll say somthing rude to me like last year. Both of
these things hurt my feelings VERY much. PLEASE help!
your friend and fan,
bp

Dear bp,

You can never love me too much. I'm too cute. 

As for the second part of the question, if they tease you about your taste in music, then they're quite immature. However, I understand that it may hurt your feelings, so perhaps if you laugh with them, they'll laugh less and it will hurt less.

I'm sorry I couldn't be of more help, but living five stories underground hasn't given me much social experience.

Dearest M. le Fantome,

I actually have three questions rolled into one.

First and foremost, I am in love with a boy in my musical theater group.
Unfortunately, the object of my affections is four years older than me and has
at least one other girl with a major crush on him (actually, she's my friend,
and we have a history of liking the same boy), probably more. I hate to bring
up painful memories, but as you fell in love with Christine, who was several
years younger than you, you should know: What are the chances of the two of us
getting together?

Secondly, several of the less talented, more banal people in the
aforementioned musical theater group are getting lead roles while I am stuck
in chorus. I have been in the group for a few years and have certainly "earned
my dues", as it were. I am not making any claims to being the next Christine
Daaé, but I know that I have a better voice and am a better actress than some
other people. I know that some directors play favorites, but even so.

And while I'm here, what is your favorite color? I've been dying to know...

Love from,
Mlle. She-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named

Dear Mlle,

I don't know too much about the situation, but never fear: there is hope for you and your crush, especially if you make an effort to get to know him better.

As for your other situation, you could ask the directors what you could do to improve, because they'll either tell you what they're looking for or they'll be embarrassed and you'll know for a fact whether they're playing favorites or not.

My favorite color is, of course, black.

-Erik

Dear Erik,

If you had to choose between losing Christine and losing yor life to the mob
at the end of the 2004 movie, which would you choose? I LOVE YOU!

your obediant servant,

PhantomsAngel07

Dear PhantomsAngel,

Of course you saw how it ended, but at that point, I was ready to die.

-Erik

Mssr. Opera Ghost,
I am in a bit of an awkward situation...

After being in love with this guy for about a month, he tells me he loves
me, and asks if I feel the same. (I told him I did, duh)

But just a short time ago he told me he didn't love me after all. So now I'm
still in love with this jerk because my traitorous heart won't quit.
I want to get completely over him, but I just can't seem to shake this.

Added to that, he's moving to another country!

Do you have any advice for me?

Ebs

Dear Ebs,

In time, your pain should completely dull and you'll hopefully move on. He doesn't sound like the kindest person, and I'm sure you deserve better.

-Erik

Dear Erik

What do you think of Erik/Raoul slash?

-BialystockandBloom

Dear Bloom,

I think I've despised this man too long to suddenly fall deeply, unabashedly in love with him.

-Erik

A/N: My dear, sorry for the delay. I could give you some excuse about school and craziness, but I'm not going to.