“Nick began playing another piece – a beautiful one she’d never heard. The feelings in his eyes changed until they held love and compassion. “This is for you,” he whispered. Mesmerized, she became lost in the emerald enchantment cast over her by his gaze and the seductive music. Although not releasing her from her cares, the music soothed away the harsh edges so they didn’t cut so deep into her soul, giving her the strength to continue to bear them.”
