The Sound of Secrets

akin to the renowned Waldorf Astoria. The yard lacked a complex hedge maze, instead featuring a swimming pool tha

ntly descending around them. The world around them was covered in a peaceful layer of white, creating a beautiful scene. As they stepped into the grand m

," Beatrice instructed, as she headed off

evenings, offering a comforting presence and a source of companionship. Yet, this evening had a unique quality to it. B

eeting earlier." Beatrice hugged the man, Hendrik Van Whiteloe, who exuded an irresisti

kay there? Why don't yo

is actually waiting for

ice recounted the events of the day with a disingenuous s

ts a pianist to fill the event, do you want me to help meet s

pianist musicians that Jenna has put togethe

ert yourself. Be understanding with Jenna, and make sure

already has a good grasp of who I a

l have such enthusiasm," Hendrik sai

e room now," Beatrice bid farewe

t past to the present moment. Jenna patiently sat on the dark mahogany sofa, eagerly anticipating Beatrice's return to her room. She frequently occupied her time by perusing the roster of pianists that met Beatrice's requirements. Beatrice emerged from the

ice, I'll get you what wine

enn? It looks like the wi

ris, I'll

n due to the unexpected incident involving Louis. Beatrice's mind was rarely troubled by problems, but Louis was an exception. Beatrice stru

ier, Tris?" Jenna poured a glass of

maybe it was jus

n, so let's enjoy this Morlet, Jenn" Beatri

Jenna knew that Beatrice was lying because of her

are Jenn, maybe I'll just ask my f

choice, Tris, but I will b

y orders because I will be

y intentions, Tris, because it would be ve

ys serious..." Beatrice continued her conversation with

that Beatrice had a bad habit after drunk, even when it came to something as simple as wine. However, she still had a fondness for it. It would bring Jenna some relief if Beatrice returned to her usual self. As Jenna bid farewell,

himmering in the dim illumination. Louis perched on a nearby bench, calmly anticipating Oliver's arrival. With a cigarette in his hand, he observed the world around him, the smoke blending with the chilly air and the snowf

r. After what seemed like an endless wait, Louis spotted a familiar silhouette drawing near. Oliver's arrival was accompanied by a warm, c

ike it would be really nice to finish this

sh the piano back to The apartment." While exti

just leave it alone, who would

is piano will make you fe

y but tiring, stupid, besides..

about your chatter, so come

ways cheat on my mind Louis, besides

aha,

ers it with a tarpaulin, as they both reside in a room on the 3rd floor of their flat. Louis and Oliver entered their room after carefully placing the piano. The room is quite cosy, with a floor mattress t

y special person come in for a cust

Louis was smoking and sittin

reet musician and become a fortune teller." Oliver, w

ly approached me and I saw her

eatrice Van Whi

anted to buy my piano," Louis

that Beatrice Van Whiteloe wants to buy?" Oliver'

inary piano, I just d

ll get a better piano

nsider that a

o help Miss Harvey put together the bonquet, stupid night."

n't finished my beer yet so I'

fall murmured hidden messages that only he could perceive, while his enigmatic mind was a complex maze of count