Taylor Swift and Tree Paine Oneshots

Another musical talent

Taylor Swift and Tree Paine stepped out of the black SUV onto the prestigious campus of Juilliard. The sun was beginning to set, casting a golden glow over the historic buildings as the pair made their way toward the entrance. Tree couldn't help but feel a twinge of pride as they were invited there because Taylor had been recognized as one of the biggest artists in the world. Being at Juilliard was an honor, and Tree was excited to see how the evening would unfold.

They entered the main hall, and as they walked down the corridor, Tree noticed something strange: Taylor seemed oddly familiar with the campus. She didn't need to ask for directions, and at one point, she even guided them through a small shortcut.

"I didn't realize you've been here before," Tree commented casually, eyeing Taylor curiously.

Taylor smiled but didn't elaborate, simply saying, "Yeah, I've spent some time here."

That piqued Tree's curiosity, but she didn't have time to ask more as they approached the president of Juilliard, who was waiting at the entrance to greet them. The man smiled warmly, his eyes lighting up as they approached.

"Taylor, it's wonderful to see you again," he said, extending his hand. "Welcome back."

Tree's eyebrows shot up. Welcome back? Taylor shook the president's hand with a friendly smile.

"It's great to be back," Taylor replied, her voice carrying a hint of nostalgia.

Tree blinked, her confusion growing. Why does she know the campus so well? Tree thought to herself. She had been Taylor's publicist for years, and never once had Taylor mentioned anything about Juilliard, let alone spending any significant time here.

As they were led on a private tour, Tree couldn't help but notice how comfortable Taylor seemed. She recognized rooms, commented on old practice spaces, and even pointed out a few hidden nooks in the library.

"Taylor," Tree finally said, unable to hold back her curiosity any longer. "How do you know this place so well? You act like you used to go here."

Taylor looked at Tree for a moment, a slight smile playing on her lips. "I did," she said simply.

Tree stopped in her tracks, her eyes widening. "Wait, what? You went to Juilliard?"

Taylor nodded, clearly amused by Tree's reaction. "Yeah. I got a full scholarship when I was 8 for violin and composing. I went here for two years and graduated."

Tree stared at her, completely floored. "You're telling me you went to Juilliard... at 8 years old?"

Taylor shrugged modestly. "Yeah. I really liked composing my own classical pieces. Violin was my main instrument, but writing my own music was always what I loved most."

Tree was speechless. She had known Taylor for so long, but this was a part of her life she had never even suspected. "How have you never mentioned this before?"

Taylor gave her a soft smile. "It's just something I kept private. I was so young, and when I transitioned into country music, Juilliard felt like a different world. But it's always been a huge part of who I am."

Before Tree could ask more, the tour led them into a grand hall where an evening performance was about to begin. They took their seats, and the lights dimmed as students took the stage, showcasing their talents in a series of classical performances.

Tree was still reeling from the revelation, but she couldn't help but admire the incredible talent on display. As the final performance ended, the president of Juilliard took the stage, microphone in hand.

"Ladies and gentlemen," he said, his voice carrying through the hall. "Tonight, we have a very special guest with us. Taylor Swift is one of the most successful artists in the world, but as many of you may not know, she began her musical journey right here at Juilliard."

The audience murmured in surprise, while Tree sat in stunned silence. The president continued, "Taylor was the youngest person to ever attend Juilliard on a full scholarship, and she is still the youngest student we've ever had, even including those not on scholarship."

A round of applause filled the hall, and Tree could only gape at Taylor, who smiled humbly, her cheeks slightly flushed. Then, the president turned to Taylor directly.

"Taylor, it would be an honor if you would grace us with a performance tonight," he said, gesturing toward the stage.

Taylor hesitated for a moment, but the audience's applause grew louder, and finally, she stood up and nodded. She was handed a violin, and after a brief moment of adjusting, she began to play.

The hall fell silent as the first notes rang out. It was a hauntingly beautiful melody, filled with emotion and precision, and Tree could only watch in awe. Taylor played with a grace that seemed to transcend time, her fingers dancing across the strings, effortlessly drawing out the kind of emotion that only someone with a deep connection to music could.

As the final note echoed through the hall, the audience erupted into applause, but Tree couldn't help but feel overwhelmed. There was so much more to Taylor than even she had known.

Later that night, as they left the hall, Tree shook her head in disbelief. "You really were the youngest person to ever attend Juilliard?"

Taylor smiled, looking up at the towering buildings around them. "Yep. Full scholarship. I guess you could say I've always loved a good challenge."

Tree laughed, shaking her head. "Well, I have to say, you've officially surprised me more than I thought was possible."

Taylor grinned. "That's just one more secret to add to the list."

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