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We made ourselves comfortable under the green silence of nature, chewing the homemade sandwiches while gossiping about our next plans.

Suddenly, noticing my silence they asked me what was it. They didn't know i had dissociation in the middle of talking.

But as always i just shrugged carelessly and pointed towards the big old mansion which was staring at us like a demigod.

It was creepy. The type that would make your skin crawl with pity.

"Chill babe, we'll be fine." they giggled.

I knew they would.

Time soon flew by and with an unknown fear clinging to my heart we five discussed our different directions to explore the haunted castle.

I found myself gripping the camera tightly as i tiptoed my way upstairs.

The squeaky sound of the old stairs kept echoing with my every step like an impending doom, as if wanting to inform the owner of my unwanted arrival in their sacred territory.

The settling sun cascaded its crimson hue all over the sky and i unconsciously found myself capturing the perfect view from the big window in third floor.

Grinning thoughtfully, i imagined my friends faces when they 'bout to know i was actually clicking sunset photos in none other than a haunted place.

The knack of photographers.

An hour had passed by and i found myself getting tired and bored.

Yawning loudly i carelessly started making my way back to my crew just when an abrupt noise halted me mid-step.

It was not just a noise.

A simple, elegant tune that could make you drift into a sleeping muse.

A room, from where an air of melancholy suddenly enveloped my entire being. And before i knew it, my feet carried me in front of the door.

A colossal piano. Two pairs of calloused fingers cascading down smoothly over its surface.

And I saw you.

Sensing my presence your head snapped towards me.

Heart skipping a beat, explosion of butterflies in my stomach— two pairs of light blue and amber eyes when met.

A boyish grin made its way upon your lips, almost bringing me to my knees.

Lowering it immediately, a sad frown crossed your handsome features.

"Did you come here for my money?"

I shook my head even though i had no idea what he was talking about.

And the charming smile returned, forcing my lips to curled upwards too.

After ages.

"Who are you?"

"I'm Alexander. Nice to meet you!"