Chapter 46 Kevin's Frustration

The first time, I played properly and conservatively. The second time, I closed my eyes, enjoying the feeling of music flowing from my fingertips. I thought of the past life experiences that left me resentful and regretful, of the confusion that still made me unable to find myself, and the self-torment that I couldn’t let go of. My playing became faster and more urgent. I felt like I was losing control. Just then, a melody broke into my frantic and resentful rhythm. I knew it was the old professor playing because the melody carried the traces of time. It guided my melody, slowly bringing me into peace. It was like a clear spring, instantly calming my inner restlessness. As soon as one piece ended, that melody led me into the next. It was a familiar little tune I had written for my parents when I was young, a summer melody. I didn’t expect the old professor to know this tune. The melody carried the coolness of summer, further calming my emotions. When I opened my eyes, there