The Sound of Secrets

ced Oliver peacefully asleep, undisturbed by the gentle morning glow. Louis stood up towards bathroom and splashed cold water on his face, trying to rid himself of the lingering effec

s approached Oliver, giving him a swift kick as he always did to wake

you had to get

ve me another hour." Oliver with red eyes

t Mrs. Harvey, don't complain to m

earlier, ughhh" Oliver suddenly stood up as if he

o drink last night and now you're blaming

iver ran towar

f. also prayed for me too Louis," Oliver spoke to Louis w

put bread for you for breakfast on the table."

s,

the snow-covered streets glistening under the warm winter sun that highlighted the amber hues in Louis's brown eyes. Entering the grand gates of De Nieuwe Ooster, Louis was enveloped by the serene beauty of the cemetery. The tree-lined paths and carefully tended gardens provide

key" Louis stood in front of the tombstone

owers to accompany you too, he can

ompared to 2 years ago when I

aven't kept my promise," Lou

note to write that satisfies yo

Mr Jourgen, haha" while pouring whiskey

the orphanage to accompany the elderly with

tte is still bitter... see you

ouis treasured held a special place in his heart, a cherished present from Mr. Jourgen who tragically passed away in an accident two years ago. As Louis stood by the grave, a deep sense of connection washed over him, remindi

y drunk a bottle of whiskey, young man?" the man spoke

is for the person I vi

one on a pilgrimage bringing whiskey, besides

as a compliment," Louis retur

ve I ever met you young man?" This man

red to speak with you, Mr. Hendrik Van Whiteloe, a very influ

ce isn't a big thing" Hendr

at so,

if I suddenly asked you to

ways with Hendrick. Louis saw Hendrick heading towards a grave with

ng's contemporary and inviting exterior, which perfectly mirrored the exceptional level of care offered within its premises. Step inside and feel the warm and inviting atmosphere, a stark contrast to the chilly world outside. He strolled through a meticulously maintained garden, where a group of older indi

sorry if I'm late" L

vide entertainment for the elderly still has 20 mi

en can I smoke in th

lease,

esence. He appeared to notice their gaze directed towards his deceased parents. He glanced once more at the blank piece of paper tucked away in his pocket. Louis took a drag on his cigarette and exhaled it

the bathroom." Louis stood up, not realizing

ouis looked at his note and

o stood, waiting to be played. Louis removed his jacket, draped a scarf around his neck, and settled himself at the piano. Louis notic

is said with great enthusiasm, signalling the beginning of his performance. Louis' hands, tinged with a h

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o melody, savoring the simple pleasure of each other's presence. The music, with its smooth and captivating melody, seemed to perfectly capture the essence of the moment, e

g farewell to the elderly can sometimes leave Louis feeling a touch melancholic, but parting ways is not th

journey towards Kravelstraat, with the gentl