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Chapter 5 - Chapter 5: The Proposition

Scene 1: First Steps

Amara finally calls Elliot, agreeing to meet him at his studio. The space is sleek, modern, and intimidating, filled with high-tech equipment and framed platinum records. Amara feels out of place until Elliot hands her a violin, custom-made and polished.

"Try this," he says. "It's time to start."

Amara hesitates but plays a simple tune. Elliot listens intently, nodding as ideas spark in his mind.

Scene 2: Creative Sparks

Elliot shows her a rough melody he's working on and encourages her to improvise over it. Slowly, their musical styles begin to blend, though tension arises as Elliot pushes her out of her comfort zone.

"You need to feel it," he says when she stumbles over a difficult passage.

"I am feeling it," Amara snaps. "Maybe not everyone thrives under pressure like you."

Their argument leaves them both frustrated but oddly energized.