𝘚𝘰 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶 | 𝙅𝙤𝙚 𝙟𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙨

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"Maia Godoy's POV"

It was my turn to go up to the small stage of the pub where I performed every night. And every night seemed like the first. I swallow the anxiety and soon introduce myself to the small audience with a wide smile on my face.

"Hello guys! My name is Maia and I'm going to play some covers that you will surely know. So sing, dance, drink, have fun and enjoy the night." - as I say this, people scream and clap their hands, excited by my words.

I sing four songs, and most of them with the help of the audience, who are always very receptive when I play. I wait for the applauding to end so I can address the public again.

"Wow, another amazing night as always! But I want to make an announcement. In addition to singing covers, I am a composer and I really wanted to share one of my songs with you... are you guys with me?" - I ask excited and anxiously, feeling the joy and approval of the audience.

"This song is called "So much". I hope you like it." - I smile slightly.

Seeing people enjoying my music makes me very happy and proud.

"So much to love,

So much to lose,

But I'll hold on tight,

With all of my might,

Because I have so much

To love in you"

The melody of the guitar hits my ears while I sing the chorus of my composition.

"So much to love... in you" - I hear the applause once again and make a reverence of thanks, almost crying.- "Thank you guys for everything, I hope you enjoyed this night, see ya soon!" - I give a light goodbye with my hands and go down from the stage, receiving little taps on the shoulder and smiling looks of approval from some people.

. . . .

I arrive at the bar and as soon as my eyes fall on Ben, I smile.

"What an amazing show you did today!!Martini?!" - he says, making a glass of my favorite drink.

"Did you like it? I was very nervous." - I really was. Even so far, I'm drying the palms of my sweaty hands in my jeans. I see Ben's smile grow.

"I love it! I almost cried." - he says bending his lips making a sad face. I smile shyly with his little jokes - "No, but seriously, what a good song!" - he directs the drink to me - "How are you not famous yet? Beautiful, intelligent, Sexy, talented..." - he says and I get embarrassed.

Ben is a long-time "friend". We had a few kisses but nothing more. Even so, he always finds ways to praise me.

"I never thought about it. I don't really like being the center of attention. That's why I do shows in this small pub."- I take a sip of the drink while I get distracted by the olive that accompanies it - "No offense"- I say almost raising my hands in redemption. Ben laughs loudly.

"its okay, i get it. But I really think you should show this voice and this talent to the world. You are in New York, Maia. The city of dreams."

I reflect on his phrases as I shake my head. I don't think I would get along in this famous life, I'm terrified and anxious with big crowds, as incredible as it may seem.

"I'll think about it." - I smile at Ben who winks at me. I look at the watch behind him: 11:37PM. - "Have to go"- I take the last sip of Martini, as i search for a dollar in my bag to pay but Ben holds my arm.

"You don't have to... you know you can stop by my apartment at any time, right?" - he grins and I roll my eyes with his attempt.

"Not interested." - I put the money on the counter and i blow a kiss for him- "see ya soon!".- going towards the exit, facing the cold wind of the nights in New York.