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Are you free today?

[He's a little surprised to see a text from Kaede, but he responds rather quickly after putting his pencil down.]

Yes, I believe that I can make time to see you! Is there something you wanted to discuss?

No, there's something I want to show you actually!

Very well! Where would you want to meet?!

Should I bring my textbooks?!

Let's meet outside the music building!

Also, I don't think you'll really need them but you can bring them if you want.

Noted! I'll see you there, Kaede!

[True to his word, Ishida will arrive at the music building at the agreed upon time-- he's probably a little early, actually. He has his usual messenger bag around his shoulders and it's probably obvious that he did bring a couple of textbooks with him...]

Edited 2018-03-23 23:30 (UTC)

[ As Kaede approaches the music building, she's not surprised at all to see Isjoda there already and with textbooks. ]

I hope you weren't waiting too long! Let's go inside!

[ And she pulls open the door, holding it for him. ]

Why thank you!

[He cheerfully steps inside the music building, but waits for her to lead.]

So, what is it that you wanted to show me? [HE'S IN SUSPENSE HERE... but Ishida does look excited to see what Kaede might be planning.]

This way! [ She leads him to one of the bigger practice rooms, with a piano and a few chairs inside. ]

Sit wherever you want!

[As directed, he sits down on a chair before looking around for a moment. Hmm, everything seems to be normal...

But he doesn't ask her again what's happening, figuring that Kaede will reveal the surprise soon.]

[ Kaede makes sure he's comfortable before she sits down on the piano bench and starts to play. She plays lightly, the notes soft and soothing. Even as she approaches the crescendos, her playing still remains dreamlike. ]

[He's surprised when the music starts- he did not know that Kaede could play so well! It's truly impressive! Ishida listens, practically entranced, as her fingers almost glide across the keys.

There's just something really soothing about the song as well. Ishida finds himself relaxing, letting his messenger bag fall to the ground. Even after she's stopped, it takes a moment for him to respond.

But once he snaps out of it, he begins to clap.]

T-that was splendid, Kaede! I didn't know that you could play the piano!

[ Kaede turns back toward him, smiling brightly at his compliment. ]

Thanks! I didn't know I could play so well until earlier this month, actually. I think this is my talent.

[Talent...? It takes him a moment, but recognition immediately crosses his face. S-so she figured it out...!]

Your Super High School Level title... the Pianist?! [If she didn't know how to play until earlier this month, it certainly seems to be the case! She's already playing on a professional level!]

T-that's great news! I'm so happy for you! That's a really neat talent to have!

I'm glad you think so!

[ She smiles again. ]

I was a little disappointed at first, since I wanted something a little more helpful. I'm sure I can find ways to help others with this talent though.

But music is helpful, Kaede!

[Ishida will one day figure out how to show support without yelling it.]

Studies show that it can not only help you with studying, but improve mental health! It's a great way to relieve stress! Your playing just now helped me to relax, hahaha!

[ She appreciates any support honestly. ]

I'm glad to hear that! I actually picked out a song that I thought would relax you since I know everything has been really tough. It relaxed me when I first played it so I thought it might do the same thing for you!

[TOO KIND...]

R-really?! You picked out a song for my sake?!

[The thought almost brings tears to his eyes. He has been rather stressed out lately and it looks like his classmate noticed. The thought would normally cause him even more stress, but he's learning to be open about certain things again, at least with a couple students here. Kaede is one of them.]

You're truly kind, thank you...

I wanted to give my performance some meaning, so I decided that picking out a song for you would be a good idea!

[ The moment she started playing it a couple of weeks ago she knew immediately it would suit him. ]

You don't have to thank me though. You're a good friend, after all! I want to do all I can to help out.

I may not be an expert when it comes to music, but I think when you play something, it always has some meaning to it!

[His eyes water and Ishida hastily wipes them, although it's obvious that he's crying a little.]

I-I want to! Y-you're a great friend, Kaede! [His voice probably rings through the room.] I'm really lucky...

I feel really lucky too, having so many people I can count on right now.

[ She smiles before glancing over at him and realizing he's crying. She stands up, walking over to him. ]

Ah, I didn't mean to make you cry!

[He rubs his eyes even more, but he just can't help it...]

I-it's not your fault! Well, it is, but in a good way! Ngh, I'm sorry Kaede...

You don't need to apologize, really!

[ She's not sure what to do though. ]

Should I play another song or something?

[He still feels bad for ruining the moment, but maybe playing another song will help right now! Plus...]

If you want to! I'd be happy to hear another song from you!

[Even if her talent belonged to her past self, it's still amazing-- and so is Kaede.]

Sure! I'd love to play something else for you!

[ And she moves into another song, a little more chaotic than the first one but still somewhat relaxing. ]

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