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Dance To the Melody

This chapter is fully in Eunhee's POV

 

As days passed, I gradually became closer to Myungsoo. But at the academy we kept our distance, not wanting to attract more unwanted attention. I learned that he has a brother and that he’s the oldest in the family. From the way he talked about his family and friends, I can really see that he loves them. Who would’ve thought that someone with a cold personality on the outside was actually a softhearted person? He also told me that apart from dreaming to become a singer he wanted to become an actor too. Well no doubt about that, for someone as talented as him, I’m sure he’ll fulfill all of his dreams.

As for my dancing skills, nothing much has improved but I wasn’t as stiff as before due to the stretches I did every day. I really felt sorry for Myungsoo, he had been so patient teaching me but there was no significant development at all. I was afraid that I’ll let him down somehow but he once told me that I needed to be optimistic and that I will improve. ‘Practice makes perfect’ he said. I sighed at the thought; I really hoped that he’s right…

Sungyeol was another matter. He was still the choding I know, but he did kept his promise to not bother me… well not entirely. He still teased me once in a while but he would apologize after that. What I found weird is that whenever I glared at him he would always looked away, usually he glared at me back and we would have this little glare competition.

What I never looked forward to was the warnings that Jihyun and her little gang left for me every day. At first I ignored them since it was just threatening notes and ripped soft toys. But it gradually become worse and I got irritated. Once I found tacks in my dancing shoes, another time I found that someone had thrown rotten eggs on my bedroom door and yesterday my locker got ransacked. Myungsoo didn’t know about it until yesterday, well who can hide a messed up locker? He asked about it but I just told him that it was a revenge prank done by one of my friends. I didn’t want him to worry; he has a lot in his mind already. But my patients had its limits.

 

After a tiring day of classes, I stepped into my room to find that something was missing. I couldn’t pin point what it was at first so I double checked my things. Violin, flute, keyboard, checked. Clarinet, saxophone, xylophone, are all here.

Wait a minute… something is definitely not here…

 

 

“MY GUITAR! WHERE THE HELL IS MY ACOUSTIC GUITAR?!” I shouted.

My breathing gradually quickened and I started to pace around the room looking for it.

“No, no, no, not my guitar…” I started to panicked when I couldn’t find it anywhere in my room.

This was not an ordinary guitar, it was the first ever guitar that my father bought me and I loved it dearly.

Then suddenly the door slammed open and an out of breath Injoon stepped in. I stared at him with shock in my eyes.

“Eunhee-ah… something… happened…” he said, taking in deep breaths.

Before I could even ask what it was he dragged me out of my room and we ran towards the backyard. A group of students were already there forming a circle around something and they were talking to each other with curiosity in their eyes. Then I noticed E-Young and she was looking at me with sadness in her eyes.

My heart raced even faster.

I had a bad feeling about this…

 

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Another update! ^.^

I know that it's short but I needed to let this out somehow hehehe

@Eun_Hae22: I love all your comments! =D I know who you have in mind but wait for it! hehehe

@namstaroo: I know, I don't know who'll end up with her either XD

@Roseclear: Yeah, I feel sorry for Sungyeol to T_T

 

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Choi_Kk #1
Would please update this story? TT
I reall y love this OMG
I love how sweet Myungsoo and Sungyeol are.
This is a nice story I've ever read >_<
RisikaBlack #2
I really like it. I can't wait to read the following chapters ^^
Rini6189 #3
There are certain factors that can explain why 4Minute don't seem to be in high spirits to pull off a strong, captivating performance. Myungsoo is sharp to be able to notice this. Since they seem to be just doing it for show, there's no passion in their performance. It's like they've lost their touch when they don't know what dancing truly is anymore to them--like its value becomes lost to them over time. This happens to one's interest that doesn't become a passion. Passion is what keeps one grounded and focused on his/her lifelong dream/goal. Another possible factor could be anxiety about going up against The Syndicate in the showdown if they're worried about whether the band's performance would overpower theirs.

Great job with the details. Though, 4Minute's part seems to be lacking. I understand that it's hard for you to describe their dance routine since this isn't your area of interest. Anybody can get an idea of how their performance looks like from watching video clips of 2NE1 performing "I Am The Best."
Rini6189 #4
xD Sungjong and his divaness... Myungsoo is glad to have his friend back. It had been awkward and tense between the two of them when Sungyeol kept avoiding him after seeing the two sleeping next to each other. That didn't make it easy for him to be worried about his best friend. From watching her perform, Myungsoo understands Eunhee's love of music by the passion that she puts into her performance. It's like a reflection of himself in the way that he feels about dancing. Being a dance expert himself, it's easy for him to pick out any flaws in 4Minute's choreography. He could make a great dance teacher. With his help, Eunhee can improve on her dancing in time for the dance off between Jihyun and her. When there's a chance, he could make it up to her and apologize for his behavior towards her that one evening. "Sleepless Dream" is a nice song. For the audience to be moved by it, it must be a song that reaches out to them in spirit in which they can relate to it. The reaction from Eunhee, E-Young, and Injoon at the end can either be good or bad. Judging from the response they received from the audience as they were performing, it's likely that they've come out as the winner of this showdown. There's no doubt that Myungsoo and Sungyeol are among those who've voted for The Syndicate to show their support.

4Minute did come off as flashy in their performance since they're aiming to impress the audience with their dance moves. Being flashy isn't enough for a performance to move the audience. What's lacking in their performance is connection with the people watching them. This is what The Syndicate's performance has. It's what makes them the winner in this case.
KiD_HaeJoon #5
Next~they surely win...
Rini6189 #6
Hearing his confession seemed to have pulled somewhat on her heart strings. After an awkward pause, it looked like she shrugged it off and remarked jokingly to ease the tension in the air. Since she didn't know how else to respond, she figured that making light of the situation is the best way to go.

It's good that Sungyeol is speaking to Myungsoo again. Even though he was being harsh towards her, Myungsoo does care about her and mean well. Since he loves her, he's already forgiven her in his heart. The concern that's evident in his tone of voice proves it. Sungyeol's got a point, though. Myungsoo did come off as insensitive by not being understanding of her and her position. It seems that Sungyeol has matured despite his childish demeanor in order for him to say this to him. He is slowly turning into a man. Love can change a person.

So, Eunhee is not so oblivious after all. She is aware of her own feelings as well as others' around her. For her to not have the heart to reject him, she must be worried about hurting Sungyeol's feelings and causing a rift between them. He did a nice thing for her by being there for her when she needs to be comforted and some cheering up, so it won't feel right to her to kill the mood by turning him down. She is considerate to be concerned about his feelings. However, she's giving him false hope by not letting him know that she doesn't feel the same way. It's not awkward to tell him that she likes him as a friend or a brother. That's better than pushing him away or not showing any sign that she cares for him in some way. At least Sungyeol has the chance to prove himself to Eunhee in expressing his love for her. "Nothing ventured, nothing gained." Then he'd know when to give up with no regrets once he discovered that she doesn't return his feelings. It would be easier for him to let her go then so that she could be happy with the one she truly loves.

Do your best to describe the showdown in detail.
Rini6189 #7
I've decided to point out some mistakes I've spotted to help you improve on your English writing skills. It would be too much if I point out every single one. This is just to give you an idea of what to work on.

Some Ch. 17 mistakes:

I like you Eunhee
* Comma after "you"

why thank you there Sungyeol.
* Comma after "there"

I like you too my friend
* Comma after "too"

* Note: In some sentences, a pair of commas is needed to separate the title (like "my friend") or the name of the person from the entire phrase to make the whole thing flow smoothly when it serves as an interruption.
Example: This, my friend, is a Kitara.

I stopped on my tracks and placed my hand over my chest.
* The preposition should be "in" instead of "on."

You made her cry for God sake!
Correction: God's sake

She hasn’t made up her mind yet so I still have a chance
* Comma after "yet"

But if you ever make her cry again, I will certainly not let you go Myungsoo
* Comma after "go"

I turned my back on him as I pulled up the covers, leaving him there flabbergasted.
Correction: leaving him flabbergasted there

The showdown and showcase is nearing, plus I still need to improve my dancing skills.
Correction: The showdown and the showcase are nearing; plus, I still need to improve my dancing skills.

I gradually closed my eyes and with a tired heart, I finally fell asleep.
Correction #1: I gradually closed my eyes, and with a tired heart, I finally fell asleep.
Correction #2: I gradually closed my eyes. With a tired heart, I finally fell asleep.
lotsohugs4me #8
keke I even thought Eunhee didn't know and aww so now sungyeol and myungsoo friendship is like this thats sad
what will happen next?
so curious keke
KiD_HaeJoon #9
Good,trying not to reject him..just say u like as friend^_^ no more awkward...will the next chapter have romantic part with myungsoo♥
Rini6189 #10
The Kitara looks like one hi-tech, cool instrument. I saw a little of how it works by checking out LED Apple, which you'd mentioned to me in one of your previous messages.

We can see how Eunhee came to love and appreciate music. It's because she was influenced by her father at a very young age. He taught her everything he knows about music. Through music, the two share a special bond. That's why she feels so strongly about music. It reminds her of her deceased father. In memory of him, she pours her heart and soul into the music she creates and plays.
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