Hellooo, so I was meant to put this up a few days ago but I had work and health stuff to deal with so yeah. But this is the new chapter! In this chapter Katia talks to one of the POTO characters! This is kind of filler but its still building the foundations! Now its in Katias POV! Hope you enjoy.
AND thank you to my fave and follower! :D
Chapter 2: Piano?
"My apologies, Madam" said the man as he let go of my arm and took a large step back. I brushed my dirt ridden dress down and picked up Bess as I looked up at my saviour. The woman lowered her eyebrows at me as she took in my appearance. She must have thought that I was some poor beggar or a thief. I wished I looked more presentable.
"Now, young child, look at the state of your attire! What is it you are doing here?" she asked condescendingly.
I stared at her, unable to speak. I didn't want the audience outside to hear about my business! She scanned the crowd of people and seemed to get my feeling of embarrassment.
"Come, follow me,"
She took me by the hand and led me through the entrance of the Opera House. It looked so grand and beautiful, golden statues and blooming red roses scattered the hallway. I had never seen anything like it in my life!
We walked through several hallways until she found a quiet room. There were two large red chairs and a small table surrounding a dimly lit fireplace. I felt like I would mark the chairs if I sat on one, so I stood awkwardly at the doorway until she shut the door loudly and made her way to the chair.
"Well, what is your story? Why did you come here?" she sighed, sitting on a chair and gesturing for me to do the same. I gingerly sat down with Bess on my lap.
"Please ma'am," I started before she interrupted me.
"Madam Giry."
"Sorry, Madam Giry. I only happened upon here by accident. You see, I was hoping for some shelter for tonight, and I was trying to ask for a place to stay, but…"
Madam Giry sighed and stood from her seat.
"Yes, Jerome does not take kindly to those who trespass. He probably thought you a thief!"
Oh no, I knew she would think I was a thief! She must want me to leave. I suddenly started to feel immense dread in the pit of my stomach. I could not go back out on the street in the middle of the night! I stood and looked her straight in the eyes.
"I assure you, I am no thief. All I wish is one night of shelter. I will do anything! I can cook, clean, sew, play piano and…"
Madam Giry's eyes lit up instantly. She seemed to almost smile.
"You can play piano?" she questioned?
Yes! She was interested!
"Yes, I am in need of practice but I can play quite well" I smiled politely in return, trying to seem as confident as possible. If she wanted me to play piano for her for a night, that would be Bess and I safe for tonight and staying in a magnificent Opera House!
"We are in need of a new pianist here. The last one… he... couldn't handle the demands of the position. But if you are in need of a residence and you are willing to pay your way, you are more than welcome to stay in the quarters on the upper floors and have a permanent position here."
I could not believe my ears. I, would be living, working here?! Playing piano for a living?! Was there any other reply other than yes?
"That would be wonderful! I would love to work here!"
And that is how I am now sitting on my bed, in the rooms up in the above floors of THE OPERA POPULAIRE! I cannot contain my happiness as I think back to just one month ago, when I thought I would not be able to survive on my own, constantly begging and hiding in fear of my aunt and uncle finding me. But I am safe now, Bess and I are safe in our new home.
Alrighty so that is Chapter 2! I hope Madam Giry isnt too OOC, she is kinda hard to write for me. But yeah Katia and her wee Bess are now in the Opera House! Hint: the last pianist? Can you guess why he left? I wonder whom Katia will meet next? Stayed tunedd :D