[When will he be ready? First, he'll have to find a violin, and a suitable one at that; likely not many shops that sell quality instruments still standing. And if he were to ask around, people will talk. But Felix can be resourceful, if needed.
After that, it's just a matter of getting back into the swing of things. Picking one song -- and only one song, damn it -- and practicing it enough to his own, personal standard. It has to be perfect, if only for the sake of his pride: He can't very well admit to having skill in something on moment then embarrassing himself the very next.
A hassle, for sure, and probably more trouble than what it's worth (maybe -- he is rather curious about what sort of song from out east Claude will come up with). But ultimately, it's fine. If he can survive five years mostly on his own, then this shouldn't be too much of a problem.]
Give me a week.
[And then, while pushing his tongue against the inside of his cheek, he smirks and adds--]
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After that, it's just a matter of getting back into the swing of things. Picking one song -- and only one song, damn it -- and practicing it enough to his own, personal standard. It has to be perfect, if only for the sake of his pride: He can't very well admit to having skill in something on moment then embarrassing himself the very next.
A hassle, for sure, and probably more trouble than what it's worth (maybe -- he is rather curious about what sort of song from out east Claude will come up with). But ultimately, it's fine. If he can survive five years mostly on his own, then this shouldn't be too much of a problem.]
Give me a week.
[And then, while pushing his tongue against the inside of his cheek, he smirks and adds--]
Unless you'll need more time?