Monday 8 September: Eden is awaiting news from Remi

She is quietly but sincerely hoping that Remi will eventually say yes to her invitation. The idea of him agreeing to join her for a gig at Salt has been on her mind for days, and she finds herself imagining how meaningful it would feel if he chose to go. For her, it is not just about attending a simple event; it is about sharing an experience that could help them reconnect on a deeper level.

Salt, as a venue, carries a certain atmosphere that she believes could ease the tension between them. The music, the energy of the crowd, and the relaxed setting might provide the perfect backdrop for them to spend time together without pressure. She imagines them standing side by side, letting the performance speak louder than words, and finding comfort in the rhythm rather than the silence that has existed between them.

Her hope is rooted in the belief that music has a way of bringing people closer. A gig is more than just a show—it is a space where emotions can be expressed indirectly, where unspoken feelings can rise through melodies and lyrics. She wishes that Remi, by agreeing to attend, would show that he is at least open to rebuilding the bond they once had.

Of course, she is aware that he may hesitate. Remi has his own reasons for pulling away, and agreeing to something like this might not come easily for him. That uncertainty makes her anticipation even more intense. She cannot control his decision, but she continues to hope because saying nothing at all would feel like giving up too soon.

If he does agree, she knows it will not magically fix everything, but it could be a first step. Just standing in the same space, enjoying the same music, and sharing a moment without conflict could mean more than hours of forced conversations. To her, the gig at Salt is not just entertainment; it is a symbolic opportunity to begin closing the distance that has grown between them.

Whether or not Remi accepts, the fact that she dares to hope reveals her willingness to try again. It shows her belief that small moments can carry big meaning, and that even a single night at Salt could be the start of something new between them. For now, she waits, carrying her hope carefully, like a fragile flame she refuses to let go out.

Monday 8 September: Remi has been reluctant to agree to the gig

He is deeply troubled by the thought that music, something he has always loved and relied on, might actually have been one of the main reasons his most recent relationship fell apart. What used to bring him joy and energy now feels like a possible source of conflict, distraction, or misunderstanding. This realization weighs heavily on him, leaving him with a constant sense of guilt and self-doubt.

When he looks back, he notices how many late nights, rehearsals, and gigs kept him away from the person he cared about. He remembers arguments about time, attention, and priorities, and he cannot help but wonder if his devotion to music made his partner feel neglected. Even though music was never meant to come between them, he fears it quietly grew into an invisible wall.

Because of these reflections, he has begun to think seriously about pulling away from music altogether, at least for a while. He imagines what life would look like without constant practice sessions, without performances, and without the pressure of balancing passion with personal commitments. Part of him believes that stepping back indefinitely might be the only way to protect future relationships from the same fate.

At the same time, the idea of leaving music behind terrifies him. It has always been his escape, his source of identity, and his way of expressing emotions he cannot put into words. Giving it up would mean losing a part of himself, yet he wonders if that sacrifice is necessary in order to build a stable personal life.

This inner conflict does not offer easy answers. On one side lies the risk of repeating the same mistakes if he continues with music; on the other side lies the fear of emptiness if he abandons what he loves most. For now, he chooses caution, telling himself that stepping back might buy him time to think clearly and prevent more damage in the future.