Chapter 40: Elsa jean.
After what happened that day , I was able to get that shit off my head and was able to get on with this life.
Now I have two choices in my hand.
1. Change the future
and
2. Let it be .
And for obvious reason I will be chosing the 1st option cuz I don't, I really don't want to get back to that life. A life where my neck will be tied with chains, making me unable to make my own decisions.
"Wow you got the second place in the mock exam?! That's so cool." I was praised for getting the second position in the recent mock exam. The reason is quite simple.
Tarazune Akeshi did not join the exam which is the main reason and another reason is ming Chen being staying at his place for some unknown reason. Although I was thinking of contacting him directly but I don't know where his house is although I do have his contact information.
And Yamashiro Ren was the one who got the top position which wasn't much of a surprise to anyone.
"How can you be at top? Makes no sense if I am being honest." A voice came in my ear as I looked back to see a student from the [Artistic Department].
The girl known as Himeno Kafka. Someone who is respected in her department due to her working nature and always having godo scores in both practical exam and written exam.
"You cheated didn't you?!" Falsely accusing me is not godo thing but not like I can blame her. I was always in the 4th or 5th position. But suddenly get the 2nd position, many couldn't accept, although it couldn't be said for the students in my class. But this girl needs to placed where she belongs or else more false rumors will start spreading.
"How about this? Stop with this false false accusations. How about try learning about what is the reason behind my success? And if you are still doubtful then," I held her face , bringing it closer to mine, 'Time to do it in the of a merchant.' "Then how about I make you believe it by force? Sound's good?"
I know I went overboard and did something I shouldn't have done but this was the choice I had.
"I believe you!!" she said as I released her from my grip and she ran away.
That's how you take care of the bitches. If I was asked why I am here. The reason behind this is I want to meet with shimo. I remember her telling me about about joining the music club because why not? And told me to be there so that I can see her teacher–Miss Elsa's performance. It would be a good time for me , that what she said today morning.
"You used to love violin didn't you?" she asked me when she talked last night after what happened.
Certainly I did love violin. I used to play it when I was a child and would play with for my parents. But later I got obsessed with study and couldn't get my mind off it.
While I was walking , a melody came to my ear. I wasn't mistaking it. It was the beautiful melody of the gods.
The one I heard when I was at the face of death. The messiah in my mind.
It's unmistakably Beethoven symphony no.9 4th Mov , 'Ode to joy'.
'That's unmistakably the song I heard.'
I ran inside , without permission. When I entered the room , I was met with awkward stares from the people inside the room.
"..Uh...I am sorry..," I said bowing my head , "I was..carried by the symphony.." I said as I saw that it was a club class.
"Its okey," the woman spoke , "Being drawn by music indicates that you have good ears.."She stopped the music and looked at me with a smile , "Would you give a self introduction?"
"uh..I am-!"
"Oh Ren you finally came!"
"Oh Shimo." thank goodness that she was here.
"This is our club room..teach this is the guy I talked about , Tokusake Ren."Shimo introduced me to the teacher who was standing in front of me.
"Oh so you are her friend who became the top of his class at middle school?" She said and slightly bowed her head , "Nice to meet you I am Elsa jean. Nice to meet you. Are you here to join the club?"
I was asked by the teacher , who introduced herself as Elsa jean. She is responsible for the music class for the 1st , 2nd music class.
"I...am not here to join actually..."
When I said that I made sure it sounder genuine. And to see what her expression might be I saw that she just smiled .
"Is that so.." she said as she walked over me , gently holding me by my shoulder , "Why not listen to music ? No need to join the club. Why not just sit down and listen to the songs?"
"Is that..really okey?" I asked her which she just nodded her head and gestured me to go sit down beside shimo.
"Today the teacher will play violin for us," she excitedly said , "You used to play violin didn't you?"
"Oh really." Miss Elsa said as she started going through her bag , to get something out , probably the violin.
"Yeah...it was just for a short amount of time..when I was young.."
"So that's why?" what does she meant by tha? "I think Tokusake-kun might have a excellent talent for being a audience." she continued ,"Music isn't just about playing but it's about listening as well.
'Talent...of listening...?'
"Lets begin then."
Shimo came towards my ear and whispered , "She is really good at it."
In the club room, Miss Elsa stood at the center of attention, her violin cradled delicately in her hands. The soft glow from the window casted a warm, inviting light upon her as she prepared to play. I watched from my seat, my heart pounding with anticipation, knowing that something special was about to unfold.
As Miss Elsa began to play, a hush fell over the small gathering, the only sound the gentle hum of the air conditioning. Her performance was like a delicate dance, each note a step forward into uncharted territory. It felt as if we were all walking on thin ice, the tension in the room palpable yet electrifying.
Despite the close quarters, Miss Elsa's presence filled the room, her playing weaving a spell that held us all captive. With each stroke of the bow, she conjured melodies that seemed to linger in the air, hanging like dewdrops on a summer morning.
Then, with a sudden burst of energy, the tempo quickened, and Miss Elsa's bow danced across the strings with a newfound vigor. The music filled the room with its infectious energy, drawing us all into its embrace. It was as if we were navigating through a maze of thick ice, each note a guiding light in the darkness.
Music is something else. It can do wonders. Be it making you sad or treating your sadness with happiness.