Zephyr Strings

Kabanata 4

When Cohen pounded his drums violently, the crowd jumped and became more heated. They shouted the lyrics, adding fuel to Spheroid Chambers' flame.

He stifled my thoughts. I find myself grinning as I watch Cohen. He's very skilled at it. My heart aches with joy as I watch him. Kitang-kita ko sa kaniyang mukha kung paano niya i-enjoy iyon.

I don't think I could forgive anyone who'd take that happiness from him. Cohen deserves everything. Mula bata pa lang kami, ito na ang pangarap niya. Kaya parang hindi ko matatanggap kung sakaling masisira ang lahat dahil sa pagiging makasarili ng mga tao sa paligid niya.

"They said, 'All teenagers scare the livin' shit out of me!' They could care less as long as someone'll bleed! So darken your clothes, or strike a violent pose. Maybe they'll leave you alone, but not me!" the crowd screamed.

"The boys and girls in the clique

The awful names that they stick

You're never gonna fit in much, kid

But if you're troubled and hurt

What you got under your shirt

Will make them pay for the things that they did!"

I'm moving my head along with them. Muli akong kumuha ng maiinom at nilagok iyon habang pinapanood sila. I didn't know that they were this good. They're talented, and their good looks are their big bonus. If Orionis decides to take them, we'll be the bigger agency in the future.

They appeared to be very enthused. Comet had a nice voice. He was capable of playing both mellow and heavy rock, and his voice easily adapted to the style of their songs. He speaks in a raspy tone. Although I've met many musicians, I've never heard a voice like this. For me, it was a chef's kiss.

I grinned the entire time I was watching them. Casimir's hair was dancing a little bit, and his plucks were harsh. He's playing the guitar with such passion for the first time that it only makes him more seductive in my eyes. I'll never grow weary of watching him. Conrad was so laid-back, but his addition of rhythm was just right. Gusto kong matawa. Cohen looked very different on stage. Nakakalimutan ko ang mga kalokohan niya.

It felt like I was at a concert. Conrad and Casimir both ended with a long, resonant sound, and Cohen finished with a boom. Namataan ko ang iilang mga babae na lumapit sa dulo ng stage.

"I didn't know they were this good. I think Daddy will take them," I said after drinking my shot.

"Yeah, I think so, too. Five agencies are aiming for them; Orionis was one of them. Gusto nila ang Orionis dahil magaling mag-handle ng artist. Doon din kasi nanggagaling mga magagaling na artists nowadays," ani Grecia.

"Kung hindi sila kukunin ni Dad, I think it'll be a big loss for us." I shrugged.

"Baka nasasabi mo lang iyan dahil gusto mo si Casimir," she teased.

I smirked and turned to her. "Kahit gustuhin ko pa siya, wala akong magagawa, Grecia. I'm bound to marry someone else."

"Then why don't you have fun? Alam ko namang hindi mo gusto si David. Since hindi pa kayo kasal, magsaya ka muna." She muttered like it was so easy and rolled her eyes.

My relationship with David is complicated and pure business. I don't think they will understand.

Naputol ang mga iniisip ko nang mamataan ko si Sahri na patungo sa amin. I smiled at her, a genuine smile. But she didn't smile back.

"Hi, Sahri! Sabi ni Cohen dito raw ako maghintay! Grabe, ang hype ng gig nila!" palakaibigang sabi ko nang makalapit sila.

Naupo sila ng kaibigan niya. Nginitian ko ang kasama niya at pinakita ang drinks. Ngumiti lang ito sa akin at tumango.