Since he had given her a fine violin, he was sure she would finally look at him. She might even hug the violin tight and smile in gratitude. Just thinking about the smile she had shown when she was praised by her professor made his heart race so much that he …
Continue ReadingBehind the podium, a snow-white statue of a woman cradling a basket looked down at Valentin with a benevolent gaze. Not a single movement could be felt from him. He was so still that I would have mistaken him for a corpse if I hadn't stepped closer and co…
Continue ReadingSince I had come out almost in my pajamas, putting on the priestly robes was easy. I draped a small, dark red cloak over the wide-legged cream-colored fabric and finished the dressing by attaching a ribbon of the same color. Checking in the mirror, the novice…
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