14.

Dance To the Melody

Eunhee's POV

 

“What’s a Kitara? Is it a Japanese traditional musical instrument of some kind?” asked Injoon, tilting his head.

E-Young lightly smacked his head. “You are so last season, it’s an electric guitar you idiot.”

“Not exactly an electric guitar there E-Young, more of a digital guitar,” I corrected her, sliding off my bed.

“A digital guitar? I never heard nor seen one of those before… Is it a new instrument?” Injoon curiously asked as he slowly crept closer to me.

I merely nodded as I crouched down and dragged out a black, glossy guitar case from under my bed. I clicked open the lock and slowly lift up the lid. “This, my friend, is a digital guitar…”

I heard Injoon whistled. “That sure is a beauty…”

I picked up the Kitara and placed it on my lap as I sat down on the floor.

“The Kitara is similar to an electric guitar in shape, but with an interface designed to easily and intuitively control digital audio,” I said as I traced my finger around it.

“Whoa, that’s pretty cool. But it can still produce sound that is similar to an electric guitar right?” asked Injoon with curious eyes.

I simply nodded. “The Kitara consists of a full 24 fret board with buttons for each fret, a multi-touch screen and an onboard polyphonic synthesizer with sounds and effects.”

“Totally no strings attached! So you play notes by simply touching the screen?” asked Injoon again, grinning excitedly.

“Yup, and the position and movement of your touch determine how the sound is generated and processed too,” I explained some more.  

Injoon then tilted his head. “Where did you get it? And it does look pretty expensive.”

E-Young nudged Injoon on the ribs as I look down over to my Kitara. “It was delivered to me last year. I found out that my father preordered it just a few days before he died…” I murmured as tears started to form again.

“I rarely use this guitar since it reminds me of the darkness and coldness that engulfed me during those times…” I choked on my words trying to hold back the tears.

E-Young slowly sat next to me and she tried to soothe me by giving me a hug. But her actions made me broke down even more and I wept in her embrace.

My acoustic guitar was the only instrument that radiates the love and warm rays of my late father. It contained the memories of him teaching me how to play the guitar, from the simple chords to the different ways of plucking the strings to create those beautiful melodies and it was with that guitar I first learned how to compose and write my own songs.

I took care of that guitar like it was my precious diamond and now it’s gone… forever…

As memories of my acoustic guitar and my late father flashed in and out, I let my tears flow and cried my heart out.

“Mianhe…”

 

 

Myungsoo’s POV

 

Lying down on a bench at the roof of our dormitory, I let out a sigh as I gazed upon the stars. I was deep in thought about the events that happened recently, about Eunhee, and about Sungyeol.

I heard that Eunhee’s band and 4MINUTE will be battling each other in a showdown. I suspect that it was because of what happened to Eunhee’s guitar. But what made me curious was how the fight between them started; Eunhee isn’t the type of person who would provoke someone. I asked her about it once but she wasn’t telling me anything and there’s no way I’m going to ask Jihyun or her other members. Those girls just creep me out; I don’t want to be stalked by them ever again.

I really wanted to ask Eunhee again during our dance practice today, but she came into the studio with puffy red eyes and a tired face. Seeing her like that I didn’t have the heart to even ask or talk to her concerning her guitar or 4MINUTE. I suggested that maybe we should skip practice but she insisted to continue on with it.

By the second verse I turned off the music, she wasn’t concentrating and her steps were all wrong. I decided to end practice early today and as much as I want to be with Eunhee, to comfort her and cheer her, I perfectly knew that she needed time to be alone.

As for Sungyeol, I really don’t know what had got into him lately. Even the guys noticed that he wasn’t as talkative like always and that he had found a new hobby, which was daydreaming. Furthermore, Sunggyu pushed me to go and talk to him since it also had been affecting our practice. I really did try but Sungyeol wasn’t talking to me either and I had a feeling that he’s been avoiding me. What exactly did I do wrong? He usually talks to me about everything especially if he has problems. Don’t tell me he’s still mad because I didn’t pick him as my dance partner.     

I ruffled my hair in frustration, thinking about all this will surely make my head explode.

Still gazing at the stars, I reached out my hand imagining that I could grab hold of them somehow.

Wishing that everything will be alright soon…

 

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For those who are curious, this is what a Kitara looks like

 

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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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