A few hours after Ciel left, I started getting ready for my choir concert. I put on my choir uniform and my pearl jewelry to signify that I was a soloist as Mr.Sutcliffe had instructed. I fixed my hair up a bit, put on my stage makeup and packed myself a snack and water. I grabbed my phone, headphones coat and charger and went out to my car. I set my bag in the front seat and slipped into my dress shoes. I shut the door and put the keys into the ignition. Just then my phone rang. I looked and saw an unknown number. I decided to pick it up incase it was something important.

     "Hello?"

    "(Y/N), is that you?" It was Mr.Undertaker. I was stunned.

    "Y-Yes sir it is." I said. How did he get my number?

    "Well, I was curious. I recall seeing on the school events calendar that there's a performance tonight. Are you in choir dear?" He asked.

    "Mhm! Yes I am! In fact I have a solo tonight." I said proudly. I felt a slight blush creeping into my cheeks.

    "Oh my that does sound exciting. Would it be alright if I were to attend tonight's performance?" He asked. I felt a thrilling chill down my spine.

   "Of course. It's open to all students, staff, friends and family." I said. I heard him chuckle lightly.

   "Good. Well then, I suppose I'll see you on stage. Good luck. I look forward to hearing you sing." He said. I felt myself turning red.

    "Thank you sir." I said before hanging up the call. I took a few deep breaths as I put the phone down started driving to the school. I swear I was losing it.
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When I got to the school I set my stuff down in the music hall and plugged my phone in before setting my coat over it so it would be less likely for someone to steal it. Out of sight, out of mind. Then I started to walk out towards to auditorium for pre performance rehearsal. As I walked out, I heard someone call my name.

"(Y/N)! Miss (Y/N)!" I heard again

I turned and looked around to see who it was and there stood Mr.Faustus. I was baffled.

"Oh! H-Hi Mr. Faustus. Didn't expect to see you here." I said. I sighed. I knew I should apologize for that day he got mauled by Ciel and Mr.Michaelis.

"I'm sorry." He said suddenly. I was stunned, he beat me to it.

"I shouldn't have engaged in that petty fight a few days ago. It was irresponsible. I egged Michaelis on. My humblest of apologies miss." He said with a bow. I was taken aback. He was so polite and proper about it. It was honestly really flattering. I smiled nervously.

"It's okay Mr.Faustus, all is forgiven...honestly I should be the one apologizing. He wouldn't have done that if it weren't for me. I saw him running in the direction of your office and I should've intervened sooner." I said. Mr. Faustus shook his head.

"You're not responsible for him or his actions. There's nothing to forgive." He insisted. I smiled at him.

"Thank you. So um...what are you doing here?" I asked. He raised his eyebrows and dug his hand into the inner chest part of his tailcoat for something. He pulled out a program and a flier and held them out to me.

"Actually, I came to see you." He explained. I took the program and flier and my name was on both of them as somewhat of a headliner. This was a bit out of the ordinary for me. I looked back up at Mr.Faustus.

"Really?" I asked. He nodded.

"Indeed. I found the flier in the hall this afternoon in the teachers lounge. I believe your teacher put these up around the school early last week. I decided to purchase a ticket. I was unaware that you sing. So I figured I should hear you. I'd be willing to wager that you're a rather good singer." He explained adjusting his glasses a bit. I blushed.

"You really think so?" I asked. He nodded.

"Without a doubt. Yes." Mr.Faustus responded. I felt my heart skip a beat. Suddenly the auditorium door popped open.

"(Y/N)! Where is-..ah! There you are!" Mr.Sutcliffe exclaimed. I turned to him.

"Time to start rehearsals?" I asked. Mr.Sutcliffe nodded. I turned back to Mr Faustus.

"Well, is better go. I hope you enjoy the show!" I said running off into the auditorium with Mr.Sutcliffe.
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     "Alright everyone! Great work, be back here for our Sound of Music opening number! In the meantime, soloists please go find your fitted costume parts and props back stage! (Y/N) dear, please come see me." Mr.Sutcliffe said after rehearsal. Everyone exited on either side of the stage wings. I approached Mr. Sutcliffe. There was a stressed look on his face.

      "You wanted to see me?" I asked. Mr.Sutcliffe sighed.

     "I hate to ask this of you but...could you take on an extra set of solos dear? Miss Smith called in ill and you're the only one I know who could pull off the solo pieces she has." He explained.

    "Hmmm...I dunno..." I started. Mr.Sutcliffe dropped to his knees.

     "Please! I beg you!" He cried giving me the biggest puppy dog Face I'd ever seen in my life. I sighed in defeat.

   "Ok, fine. Which solos does she have?" I asked. My teachers face lit up as soon as I agreed.

    "Thank you! Yes! Um...let's see...she has solos in Michael in the Bathroom from Be More Chill, When He Sees Me from Waitress, Mama I'm a Big Girl Now from Hairspray and heh...." he trailed off.

    "What is the last one?" I asked. He was making me nervous.

    "Ummm.....Out Tonight from Rent with Mr.Michaelis. None of the boys were quite fitting for Rogers height and stature so I had no choice but to have him stand in since he is my assistant." He admitted. I sighed holding my face in my hands.

   "Ok, fine. I know the vocals so I'll do it." I said. Mr.Sutcliffe nodded and sighed in relief before hugging me tightly.

    "Thank you so much you're a life saver!!" He sobbed. This was gonna be awkward....
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      After act one I went to Mr.Sutcliffe for my costume for Light my Candle which a already knew wasn't gonna be great considering my part is Mimi who is a stripper. It was a long sleeved lightweight black under shirt, a band tee to go over it, a mini skirt, a pair of fishnet tights and heels. Once I got all dressed, Mr.Sutcliffe helped me tuck the glitter load into my hair to unleash in the start of the song. Once I was all good to go I waited in the wings watching the freshman boys choir perform which was being conducted by Mr.Michaelis. I took deep breaths as I waited for the lights to go down, and I prepared to enter from the catwalk.

      When the lights died, Mr. Michaelis did his quick change by taking off his tailcoat to reveal his costume underneath and threw on a leather jacket to finish it off. He picked up the chair and took his place with a smile on his face. I could tell he was gonna enjoy this but I had a trick up my sleeve. I looked out into the audience and saw Mr.Undertaker and Mr.Faustus in the front row. The guitar music started and that was my cue. I strutted out onto the catwalk with a seductive smile as the spotlight hit me in the robe cover. I started singing on cue, leaning on the railing.

"What's the time?
Well, it's gotta be close to midnight
My body's talking to me
It says, 'Time for danger'." I kicked my leg up onto the lowest railing pole.

"It says, 'I wanna commit a crime
Wanna be the cause of a fight
I wanna put on a tight skirt
and flirt with a stranger'.."

I looked out at the audience where my two other teachers sat watching and I shot them a wink knowing that would spark a bit of anger in Mr.Michaelis which was well deserved.

"I've had a knack from way back
At breaking the rules once I learn the games
Get up, life's too quick, I know someplace sick
Where this chick'll dance in the flames" I ripped off my robe and started dancing my way across the upper catwalk.

"We don't need any money
I always get in for free
You can get in too
If you get in with me
Let's go out tonight
I have to go out tonight." I took out my hair clip and twirled my head, unleashing the glitter as planned which prompted whistles and hollers from the audience.

"You wanna play? Let's run away
We won't be back before it's New Years Day
Take me out tonight
When I get a wink from the doorman
Do you know how lucky you'll be?
That you're on line with the feline of Avenue B
Let's go out tonight
I have to go out tonight
You wanna prowl, be my night owl
Well, take my hand, we're gonna howl out tonight
In the evening I've got to roam
Can't sleep in the city of neon and chrome
Feels too damn much like home
When the Spanish babies cry
So let's find a bar
So dark we forget who we are
But all the scars from the nevers and maybes die." I started dancing down the steps towards Mr.Michaelis.

"Let's go out tonight
I have to go out tonight
You're sweet, wanna hit the streets?
Wanna wail at the moon like a cat in heat?
Just take me out tonight
Please take me out tonight
Don't forsake me out tonight
I'll let you make me out tonight
Tonight"
I leaned his chair back
"tonight"
I grabbed his tie and yanked him towards me till he was inches from my face.
"tonight."

I paused as the audience went nuts and saw the blush and smile on his face while he stared at me. He went in for a kiss but before he could make it, I let go causing him to fall backwards. With that I left the stage and changed back into my normal clothes which I brought with me. When I came out of the bathroom, I was greeted by Mr.Sutcliffe.

"Oh (Y/N) that was perfect I knew you could do it!!" He said. I smiled.

"Thank you." I thanked him. I heard Mr.Michaelis approaching from down the hall.

"Oh yes! A certain someone asked that I give this to you while it's still hot." Mr.Sutcliffe held out a cup from my favorite coffee place. I checked the label and it was my favorite order. On the cup beside the printed label was a hand-written note.

Thought you might need a pick me up after all that singing. Great job out there (Y/N), I'm so proud of you.
-Mr.S

I smiled at the cup and thanked Mr.Sutcliffe for delivering it to me. I turned and grabbed my things taking a sip of my sweet drink. When I faced the door, Mr.Michaelis was there silently glaring at the cup in my hand. I smirked at him.

"See you in class tomorrow Mr.Michaelis." I said as I headed out the door.