Chapter 10: 10
Chris's thoughts:
From the moment he screamed at his dad that he wanted to be with me forever, I've wanted that too.
We were only ten, I couldn't put into words what I felt, but somehow it started to come out in my piano playing…
My teachers started saying that I was talented and gifted beyond my years.
By the time we reached fifteen people were calling me a prodigy and offers from all of the country started to come in:
We want him. That's what they came down to.
People wanted me to perform for them…
But ever since we were seven… there's only one person I'm ever performing for…
This is our last year of High School…
… but I don't know if I'll be staying in Coeur d'Alene much longer…
Which is why I...did what I did…
THE DAY BEFORE TYLER & CHRIS'S FIRST KISS
*Chris in his room, at his desk on video call on a laptop
Woman on the screen:
Chris, we've seen recordings of your performances.
Chris's thoughts:
Recorded by Tyler and posted to various social media platforms…
that he mostly runs…
He smiles and brightens up when he tells me how many likes and comments the videos get.
I appreciate the fans… for helping me put a smile on his face.
Woman:
You truly are a talented pianist. What are your goals with your musical gifts?
Chris's thoughts:
… will my honest answer destroy this opportunity?
If it does… I don't want it.
Chris:
I'm sure that you get all kinds of answers for this question revolving around fame and fortune…
Woman:
*humored* Yes I do.
Chris:
My goals…
*Exhales
*Smiles
*Determined eyes
To show him how wanted he is every day.
To put a smile on his face…
To prove to him how loved he is.
Woman:
*Stunned
*Smiles
Well, sounds like a very lucky young man.
With such an honest answer, how could I not come and see your summer showcase…
SUMMER SHOWCASE:
*Crowd is still cheering
*Roses being tossed to the stage
Chris:
*Looks concerned
*Searches crowd
*Exits sage
Woman from Video call:
*Looks pleased
Christopher… that was…
Tyler:
*smiling
*Pushing through crowd
*Reaches Chris
Woman:
*Extending an envelope
Please accept this official invitation to Julliard for this Fall.
Tyler:
*Stunned
Chris:
*Stunned at Tyler
*concerned
Woman:
*smiling*
Is this your muse?
Tyler's thoughts:
His what?!
Chris:
*grabs Tyler'a hand
*smiles
Thank you for coming today.
I have a lot to think about.
Please excuse us.
*pulls Tyler by the hand through a door, into a hallway and out the back exit.
Tyler:
*Looking worried
*bites lip
Julliard... in New York... that's…
Tyler's thoughts:
The other side of the country…
Tyler:
amazing!
Chris:
*looking focused
Did you like the song?
Tyler's thoughts:
Oh yeah...
He just performed...
For me...
Tyler:
*blushing
Y-yeah... it was amazing... your best performance yet...
Chris:
It's for you. It's all been for you.
Tyler:
What are you trying to say Chris...
Chris:
*pushes Tyler to the wall.
*grabs Tyler's chin
I play for you and only you...
Because I'm in lo—
Tyler:
*shoves Chris back
*angry
Stop messing with me!
Chris:
*confused
How have I been messing with you?
Tyler:
*starts to cry
You've been using me! To practice wooing and kissing that girl!
But this is too far Chris! It hurts too much!
Chris:
*removes Tyler'a hands from his shoulders
*steps close
*lifts chin
You're the one who assumed I wanted to kiss some girl.
I've never said anything about kissing any girl.
The only person I want to kiss is standing in front of me right now.
Flashes back to first chapter:
*chris's words: "someone I feel comfortable with." "They"
Tyler's thoughts:
He didn't...
He was talking about me...?!
Tyler:
But I thought you wanted to practice before you kissed the person you were thinking of?!
Chris:
*smirk
Hm.
I enjoy practicing with you more than any perfected performance.
*leans closer
Tyler:
*swallow
Are you talking about playing the piano or kissing?
Chris:
*smiles
Both
*kiss*
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