My Love... by My Side [COMPLETED]

2: Gather Together

"It was a big honor for us to have you, Youn," said Joe with a smile that never left his face. He invited them to sit on the couch in his office.

"Tell me more about them."

"There were 20 students, among the best in Rose Town. Some of them were talented music prodigies. Unfortunately, the teacher who was in charge of the orchestra quit to pursue his dream in theater," said Joe. He offered them some drinks and a condiment.

"But why me? I mean, you could just take over the orchestra. You're talented as well," asked Youn.

"I couldn't because of my job. So, I thought maybe I could ask you to help them, just temporarily, until I hired a new music teacher," Joe explained. His eyes glared at Jazz. The man looked ethereal even in such a serious atmosphere like that.

This guy was a true angel!

"Sounds interesting! You know, I felt reluctant at first when Youn told me about this. But when we watched their performances on YouTube, I could sense that they had something... extra," Joe couldn't help but keep staring at Jazz with sparkling eyes.

His not-so-subtle action was immediately caught by Youn. He slowly poked Joe's head. Joe got startled and blurted out an awkward laugh. Jazz frowned a bit but felt amused by his act. He bit his lips to cover his giggle.

"We... just... a bunch of amateurs... hahaha... Your praise is too much, Mr. Aramenta..."

"Not among another high school, I guess," said Jazz, winking at him.

"God, I like this guy," he murmured under his breath, loud enough for Youn to hear. He shook his head, amazed by how Joe got whipped by his agent.

"This is the contract. Read it first, then we can discuss it further."

"I guess that's my job, Mr..."

"Just call me Joe. No need for formality here. We are friends, right?" said Joe. Jazz took the contract from his hand and slid it into his briefcase.

"As we speak, this building's hallway is quite interesting. It looks like an art gallery!" said Jazz. His eyes were full of amazement.

"Yeah! Well, we purposely designed it like an art gallery," Joe watched Jazz closely. "Say, are you interested in art, Mr. Aramenta?" he asked the man.

"Yes, I love art pieces. And the music, of course! And it's just Jazz. No need for formality here, right?"

One more sweet word, and this one particular friend of Youn will fly away high, so high!

"Can we take a look around?" asked Jazz again.

"Okay, as you wish!" said Joe.

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Cole wandered around, deciding not to meddle in the adult business. Besides, it seemed quite cheesy when he realized both Joe and Jazz were lowkey flirting with each other.

It was a funny and awkward situation simultaneously.

He lurked around, focusing his lens on anything interesting. How he wished he could enroll here! Business school was so dull!

But he knew he would never get a chance to make his own choice. Sooner or later, he would have to leave everything behind and follow his father's wishes.

Until then, he decided to savor the moment while it was still available.

He arrived at a vast auditorium, where the sound of a violin could be heard from outside. The music captivated him. Slowly, he pushed open the back door and sneaked inside.