Chapter 1: Introduction
Sage's fingers traced the delicate carvings of the aged pipe organ. "It's like the instrument itself is telling me an old story," he whispered to himself.
"You're right. The secrets locked within this instrument have been here for centuries." The sudden voice behind Sage made him jump back and turn around, colliding with the broad chest of a man whose presence immediately caught his attention.
"Oh, I'm sorry," Sage stammered, looking up to take in the deep blue eyes of Mr. Bennet.
"I didn't see you there, Mr. Bennet," Sage added, flustered and tucking his hair behind his ear.
"No harm done, Sage," Mr. Bennet assured him, smiling warmly. The older man stood at ease, dark suit and graying hair contrasting with Sage's youthful energy and the feminine features he still maintained due to hormone therapy.
"I've heard about your aspirations to become an accomplished chorus boy," Mr. Bennet said.