Christine stretched out her hand to wipe away the non-existent tears from the hideous Phantom of the Opera, who stared at her, unknowingly letting his hand that covered his disfigured face fall limply by his side.
To the audience, the scene was already sublimely beautiful.
The Christine who had seen the Phantom's cruel and ugly side forgave him like a saint and saw through to his tearful heart. Her kindness overcame her fear, and she chose to accept him.
How pure was this act!
Though it was beyond what was in the script, it brought about a different level of emotion.
However, to those in the know, this scene held a different significance.
Whether it was Ai Cheng Hua Lian in the audience, Kohinata Motoyo backstage, or Ayakoji Chiyoko, who had run from backstage to peek from behind the curtains, they all understood the hidden truth in her words.
