(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l368/veronicaking1969/pauls.jpg)Embers got lost in the music, head hanging forward and long, dark hair half hiding his face as he let his fingers do the talking.  It was a welcome relief from the anxiety of what his life off stage had turned into, though he could still feel Alex's eyes on him as he played.  Instead of making him nervous though, it seemed rather hot. If there was one place in all the world where Embers felt at home and in his element, it was making music, so if he was ever to make a good impression on Alex, he knew it was now.<br/><br/>At a short break between songs, the soundboard operator, who usually only talked tech to them, very quietly paid him a compliment.  Embers looked up questioningly and saw Alex sitting by the man, and knew instantly the words had belonged to Alex.  Embers flashed a wide, honest smile to the blond, and gave a slight nod of his head.  His eyes lingered and his fingers played a short rift just for Alex.<br/><br/>Embers felt a heat in the pit of his stomach as their eyes met and he winked at the man, feeling better about everything than he had in a long time, and finally looked away when the next song started.