100 Notes
1. Introduction
When they had first met, it was soon forgotten. A nearby display of notes had resonated in the hallways, delighting the ears of the pianist. He had turned his head, searching for the origin of where the music came from. Peeking into a classroom, he saw a girl, swaying in time with the music with her lips forming a pout. He had wanted to walk in, to tell her that her playing was beautiful, but had heard someone calling for him. He shifted, deciding to look for this girl later, when he had the time to slowly tell her his respect for her music.
2. Love
How he was stuck with this parasite, he would never know. She had disgusting habits, never having regular showers and never cleaned her own apartment. She had terrible fashion, wearing only plain clothing. It was when he had been forced to play a duet with her, did he realise what kind of person she was. How could he still discriminate her due to her looks? But what he really hated about her was when she somehow effortlessly made him fall in love…
3. Light
When Shinichi opened his eyes, sunshine flooded in, burning his eyes. Beside him, the blanket shifted, auburn hair peeking out. Sitting up, he looked over to his right, smiling when he saw the pout on her face. She must be dreaming about playing piano, he thought. Never did he think that she had actually been awake for a long time, pouting that he woke up before she could see his sleeping face bathed in the morning light. Not everything goes to plan though.
4. Dark
5. Seeking Solace
6. Break Away
7. Heaven
8. Innocent
9. Drive
10. Breathe Again
11. Memory
12. Insanity
13. Misfortune
14. Smile
15. Silence
16. Questioning
17. Blood
18. Rainbow
19. Grey
20. Fortitude
21. Vacation
22. Mother Nature
The smell of copper came from the other side of the door, raising fear in his heart. Who knew what kind of stupidity Nodame had done this time. He could only hope she didn't bleed to death. Opening the door, he heard a shout from said girl coming from the bathroom. He cautiously crept to the door. The stench of blood became stronger as he edged closer to the bathroom. Knocking the door to know he was there, he raised his voice.
"What is it, Nodame?"
"Ah, Shinichi? Can you do me a favour? There are no more pads… There's nothing stopping Mother Nature, is there? Sorry…"
23. Cat
24. No Time
25. Trouble Lurking
26. Tears
27. Foreign
28. Sorrow
29. Happiness
30. Under the Rain
31. Flowers
32. Night
Under the sun, they were professionals. They had careers to fulfil, and personalities to fit into. They were stereotyped, having to prove society wrong and that they did know who they were. It was under the stars, that all expectations fell off their shoulders and they could bask in each other's attention. She would occasionally play their beloved piano, while he stood over her, correcting and enjoying her music. With the moon as their witness, they could truly be relaxed, sharing their warmth.
33. Expectations
34. Stars
35. Hold My Hand
36. Precious Treasure
Eyes blindfolded, she breathed in the heavy scent of wood, fingers itching in anticipation. He had said he would give her a surprise, but never had she thought he would go to such lengths. Feeling delicate hands undo the knot of the material on her eyes, it slipped away and she blinked. Drawing back, her eyelids continued to flutter, getting used to the suddenly bright lighting. Widening her eyes, she realised that in front of her was a masterpiece. It was a legacy; something that would be passed on through the generations. It was a piano. A piano that was filled with something the couple both cherished with their hearts; music.
37. Eyes
38. Abandoned
39. Dreams
40. Rated
41. Teamwork
42. Standing Still
There was no movement, other than the pouring rain. There was no sound, other than the pattering water drops. There was no one around, other than the two drenched couple. There was nothing to deny, other than the fact that she was hurt. But she didn't bleed, nor did she wail in pain, No, she was hit, a blow to her heart, wrenching in her chest. Tears slid over her cheeks, neither acknowledging the man in front of her, nor the worry in his eyes. Neither moved, neither said anything. The rain washed everything away.
43. Dying
44. Two Roads
45. Illusion
46. Family
47. Creation
48. Childhood
49. Strips
50. Breaking the rules
51. Sport
52. Deep in Thought
53. Tower
54. Tower
55. Waiting
56. Danger Ahead
57. Sacrifice
58. Kick in the Head
59. No Way Out
60. Rejection
61. Fairy Tale
62. Magic
63. Do Not Disturb
64. Multitasking
65. Horror
66. Traps
67. Playing the Melody
68. Hero
69. Annoyance
70. 67%
71. Obsession
72. Mischief Managed
73. I Can't
74. Are You Challenging Me?
75. Mirror
76. Broken Pieces
77. Test
78. Drink
79. Starvation
80. Words
81. Pen and Paper
82. Can you Hear Me?
83. Heal
84. Out Cold
85. Spiral
86. Seeing Red
87. Food
88. Pain
89. Through the Fire
90. Triangle
91. Drowning
92. All That I Have
93. Give UP
94. Last Hope
95. Advertisement
96. In the Storm
97. Safety First
98. Puzzle
Fitting the jigsaw was hard. Shinichi had always believed that love was his choice; that he would be the one to decide who he loved or not. He loved his mother, he didn't love his father. He loved his teacher, Vieira –sensei, he didn't love his other mentor, Stresemann. He loved his previous girlfriends, not this stupid pest that continued to suck away at his patience. But he had to admit, they all made up a part of his life, and though he hated to admit it, Nodame was a big part. She was his last piece. Her love was all he needed.
99. Solitude
100. Relaxation