Wistful Melodies

Aiden and MC forever! I'm a huge fan of Pixelberry's Choices and High School Story, and I'm an avid composer, arranger, and brass player!

[aidenxmc]

Hello, do you know what are the piano songs that Aiden Zhou played for High School Story Book 1 and 2?

Hi anon! This is it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vm-VcbVLrmI&list=PLrSmYLVCiKRpTCr0lic9HeALU_QvDUETw&index=5&t=0s

I’ve forgotten if he’s played any more, but if you want to know some pieces he miiiight play...

- Rachmaninov Prelude No 5- Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No 2- Beethoven Piano Concerto No 3- Grieg Piano Concerto- Literally anything by Lizst

Hope this helps!

[playchoices]

Head back to Berry High this October with High School Story: Class Act!

[katsuyathings]

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[aidenxmc]

AAAAAAAAAAAAA OMG PB BLESS

[suggestions-for-love-blog]

i want us to stargaze together, your head on my shoulder and your arms wrapped around me tightly 

[kaitloyalist]

Choices Character Transparents

Aiden Zhou

[playchoicesconfessions]

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‘*screaming* I LOVE AIDEN ZHOU’

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[ravenoftheskyes]

#Truth

[aidenxmc]

love my cute trumpet player!!!

[playchoicesconfessions]

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[mechaspirit]

A Fluffy Encounter

Author’s Note: A short drabble that happened in the flashback of High School Story Book 2, specifically when the HSS characters bring their pets to school. Hope you enjoy!

Rated: T

Pairings: MCxAiden

Summary: So after that incident where the snake was on the loose, our little gang decided to hang out after school and brought along their little critters to play with. And there’s one little furry friend that sparks the interests one person in the group…

“Aiden, just relax.”

“Um…I don’t think I can…”

“Don’t worry. I promise he won’t bite.”

As she said this, Theresa gently grabbed Aiden’s hand, roughed from playing his instruments and composing his music, and placed her adorable, fluffy, little orange hamster on his palm. The dark hair musician tensed at the sight of orange rodent on the palm of his hand, fearing that it would bite his finger off in a snap.

But after seeing Theresa’s hamster looking around and sniffing his hand in curiosity, Aiden relaxed a little, finding this little guy quite cute. Even when he started nibbling on his fingers. Plus, the way he felt Theresa’s soft, warm hand holding his underneath made this even more comfortable and safe.

Theresa’s stared at Aiden with her eyes sparked in curiosity. “Well?”

“He’s…quite interesting,” he replied.

“Interesting?” The blonde hair repeated in questions before forming a mischievous smile on her face, “C’mon Aiden. Be honest. Snowball happens to be the most, adorable thing you’ve ever seen and now you like him.”

Aiden’s face flushed at her statement and coughed a little, trying to change the subject. “Anyway, it’s quite strange you would name your hamster ‘Snowball’, despite his fur color.”

“I get that a lot from the others. My dad, too especially,” Theresa answered. She reached out to grab Snowball from Aiden before giving out a sad smile, “This little guy isn’t the first hamster I got. I used to have another hamster when I was still in elementary school. A little after my parents separated, my dad gave me a white-grayish hamster as both a birthday gift and a way to cheer me up and I immediately fell in love with my first hamster. He died of old age sometime after that.”

“Oh, I’m sorry to hear that,” Aiden said, replying to the last part before looking back at the orange hamster, who is resting on Theresa’s hands, “But your dad is really a nice guy. It was thoughtful of him to give you a pet like this one.”

“It is. My dad can be annoying sometimes, but I do love him for all the things he did for me,” Theresa agreed, “So you never really have a pet of your own?”

The dark hair musician shook his head, “It’s not that I don’t like them, but I’m honestly not much of an animal person. You could tell from that snake incident, I supposed. And the last time we have the Bring Your Pets to School Day, Myra’s lobster…lobster of all the animals… nearly took my fingers off!”

“…Oh yeah. He did that to me, too,” Theresa grimaced, remembering the first time Myra introduced the former to her lobster as well as revealing the pun behind the name Santa Claws. She then smiled when she saw Aiden petting Snowball with two of his fingers, “So does my little hamster spark any interest in you into having a pet?”

“I wouldn’t count on it,” Aiden replied, but smiled at the orange hamster, “But I do admit he isn’t so bad.”

Theresa could see a slight smile from Aiden as he continued petting her hamster. After playing with Snowball for a little longer, Theresa glanced at Myra, who was in the middle of showing Emma her lobster.

“Hey, Myra. Did your cousin find his rat, yet?” she asked the young brunette.

Myra shook her head with a frown on her face, “Nope. I’m afraid not. Nishan has desperately been searching the whole school for Einstein for the past few hours already after that snake incident. I don’t think we’ll be able to find him, soon.”

Both Theresa and Aiden glanced at each other, eyes widened in alarm as the realization hit them.

“You don’t think…” Aiden trailed off, connecting two and two together.

“Yes. Yes, I think so, too,” Theresa whispered.

“Should we tell her?”

“…No. I think it’s best if they don’t know.”

[endlessflame]

Test Anxiety (Aiden x MC)

Summary: Bianca worries that she did not do well on her algebra test.

Rating: T

Author’s note: This is for Choices Fandom Appreciation Week: Fanfiction Day, hosted by @celestialjake and @jakexmc. My MC is named Bianca.

Bianca tried to focus on the algebra problems. “I hope that’s right,” she thought as she wrote down an answer. This test was really hard. She had studied, but she still didn’t feel very confident. She had been dreading the test all day, and it was just as bad as she had expected.

When the bell rang, she handed in her test paper and headed for the cafeteria. Although it was lunchtime, she didn’t feel very hungry. She thought about the number of problems on the test, and tried to figure out how many she could get wrong and still get a passing grade. She got some french fries and a diet soda, and then sat down at a table with Aiden, Emma, Luis, and Myra.

As her friends talked, she picked at her food. Emma, Luis, and Myra were discussing Lookout. Aiden turned his attention to her.

“You’re quiet today. Is everything all right?” When she shrugged, he reached for her hand. “Do you want to take a walk?”

Bianca nodded, and she and Aiden left the cafeteria. They made their way over to the courtyard, near the statue of Ollie the Tiger. She sat down at one of the outdoor tables.

As Aiden took a seat next to her, he looked her in the eye. “Something’s wrong, isn’t it?”

“Yes,” she admitted. “I don’t think I did well on the algebra test. What if I failed? I won’t make the honor roll. My dad will be disappointed in me. I’ll be disappointed in myself.”

Aiden smiled at her. “I’m sure you did well enough. You’re a good student.”

She shook her head. “Well, I’m not sure I did. That test was so hard.”

“Bianca, you’re amazing. You’re good at so many things. It’s hard to imagine you failing.”

“I keep imagining it over and over. It’s not impossible. I can’t stop worrying. What if I fail the class?’

Aiden put his arm around her. “Even if you failed the test, that doesn’t mean you’ll fail the class. I know you’ll keep trying your best. Would it make you feel better if we studied together? We could quiz each other on the problems.”

Bianca smiled. “I’d like that. I would actually look forward to studying, because I could spend more time with you.”

Aiden blushed. “Do you feel any better now?”

“A little. Thanks, Aiden. You’re the best.” She leaned over and gave him a quick kiss. Then they stood up and began to walk back inside, hand in hand.

[aidenxmc]

I just started following your blog, but you love aiden so I love you. He's perfect <3

Awww bless! I really need to post more often but Aiden’s such a sweetie, and he’s got such a good heart :)

[playchoicesconfessions]

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[mega-s03]

Next in my Portra edits, it’s the adorkable virtuoso Aiden! Making more content of him makes me happy ❤️

[aidenxmc]

Just wanna say, if you check the Aiden x Mc tag, there's a gr8 Fanfic I didn't write it I just wanna tell you about it

Awww cool! I’ll go and read it asap :)

[jakeymckenzie]

why do i like him? ㅋㅋ

[totally-not-nessie]

Rejection

MichaelxMC AidenxMC (MC is named Taiga)

 Michael’s POV

I nervously tap my phone to give Wes the signal. Taiga looks up at the first boom. Sparks of blue and pink paint the sky and yet the sound of my heart is louder than any firework.

“Taiga,” I barely whisper. “I figured if I was going to do this I was going to do it right. Want to go to homecoming with me?”

She doesn’t move. She doesn’t talk. I wonder if she heard me. I clear my throat to speak again but she raises her hand to stop me. She frowns. Oh god she’s not smiling. I’m not even listening after I hear the definite no fall from her shaking lips. I mutter something about how her date is lucky and leave as fast as my feet can carry me.

I told Wes I’d meet him at The Golden Grittle afterwards. I can’t believe I thought she’d say yes. All those smiles and her kindness hadn’t been flirting. She wasn’t interested and I’m an idiot for thinking otherwise.

I round the corner and yank open the door to the diner. Wes is at the counter with two milkshakes and burgers waiting. I slide into the seat and immediately start working on my food.

“Whoa there tiger. Slow down, this is a celebration after all.” Wes laughs. I grit my teeth and glare at my reflection in the glass countertop. Idiot. “Michael…she said yes right?”

“No.” I say. I finish my food and toss Wes some money to pay him back. “I’m going to head home. Thanks for the help anyways man.”

Next Morning

It’s been torture avoiding Taiga. I know that everyone is going together as a group tonight. That means I have to watch her with her date, whoever she chose, all night. I push down the anger and sadness when she walks into homeroom with Caleb and Emma. They’re laughing and Taiga’s face is flush. It’s unbelievably cute. I catch snippets of the conversation before homeroom starts. Asked him. I can’t believe you did it. So sweet. Taiga glances at me and gives a tiny wave and smile.

I want to be the one she’s talking about. The one who makes her blush like crazy. The one for her. But I’m not. I never will be. God this hurts. My chest seizes when a note lands on my desk. In cursive writing it explains that it’s from Taiga. To me. I unfold it with shaking hands and bite my lip.

Hey Michael

I asked Morgan where you were earlier so I could explain in person and she told me you didn’t want to see me. I’m sorry I turned you down. You’re a great friend and I love you for that. I just don’t see us as anything more. The way you asked was wonderful and magical. You’re going to make someone happy someday.

Your Friend, Taiga

My eyes read the note over and over. Luckily, the bell rings for the next class. I wait until everyone leaves before going into the hallways.

“Michael wait!”

Taiga jogs over to me, her face a mix of worry and hope. I stop and let her walk with me.

“Michael I’m sorry.”

“You’re going to be ate for class.”

“I don’t care.” She huffs. I turn to her. We don’t speak for a moment, and I suddenly forget all that happened. The honey tone of her skin, her dark hair falling just right, those jaw dropping browneyes. They put me in a trance. “Look. I know it’ll be weird for a while but I want us to be friends still. You’re one of my best friends. I can’t lose you.”

I want to say no. I want to never feel like this again. I want to walk away. I…I can’t. I still don’t want to hurt her. I still like her. I want to be close to her. If that means being a friend then so be it.

“Okay. Friends it is.”

“Oh, thank you Michael! I’m so happy.” She grins at me. I can’t suppress the smirk from my lips. “I’ll see you tonight before the dance!” She yells over her shoulder just as the bell rings. What am I doing to myself?

At The Dance

It was Aiden. Musical genius, awkward-around-girls Aiden. I watch as the sway to the music, the crown glittering atop her head. I would give anything to trade places. She giggles when he dips her down and quickly kisses him. I have to blink a few times. You imagined it.

“Hey you alright? You’ve been staring at them for a while.” Morgan says, coming up beside me.

“I thought you didn’t want to come.”

“I heard there was food. You didn’t answer my question.”

“No. I’m not. I will be though. I just have to get over her.” I tell myself more than I do Morgan. I look up as the song winds down. Aiden whispers into Taiga’s ear and her eyebrows raise. The two smile and sneak out to god knows where. I want to believe they have to use the restroom or something dumb but I know better. He’s a high school boy on a date with the most gorgeous girl I’ve ever seen.

Morgan tries to keep me sidetrack with food and I even dance with Emma. My mind still wonders.

As the song transitions into an upbeat one I let Emma go and I spot them. Aiden’s tie isn’t as straight and even in the lighting you could see how flushed Taiga is. Their hair is slightly tousled and I know this isn’t my imagination. A pit grows in my stomach.

This is going to be hell.

[aidenxmc]

omg! I can't wait for any future installments!

[aidenxmc]

Aiden Galaxy Icons!

You don’t have to credit but it’d be nice to!

[shazrystyles]

One of the lovely scene of Aiden x MC in HSS😆😍💕💕

[aidenxmc]

Dating Aiden Would Include...

+ Listening to his compositions

+ “Is this playable on your saxophone?” among other questions he asks you every second of every day about his compositions

+ Complaining about Sibelius (the composition software) 24/7 and wanting to buy Dorico except it's not completely out

+ On the other hand, praising Sibelius (the composer) to the skies

+ At 3am receiving a text simply saying “how does this sound?” and a 28 minute long audio file

+ Encouraging you to compose to the point where he buys you Sibelius for your birthday

+ Orchestra dates. Lots, and lots, of orchestra dates

+ Incessantly playing “Omnifenix” to you in the hopes of getting the school to create an orchestra to play it with you solo-ing.

+ Going to tea shops together and trying to give all the teas names based on music

+ Peppering his music with sforzandos as it’s the musical equivalent of a kiss

+ “Listen to this symphony!”

+ Getting 4am texts saying “I reworked this major passage, how does it sound?” and an audio file that’s 36 minutes long

+ Trying to schedule dates around practice sessions (and failing a bit)

+ “mouthpiece shopping!” and/or “reed shopping!”

+ Practicing together

+ Trying each other’s instruments

+ Surprising each other with pieces you’ve found

+ 5am texts saying “no no no I’ve got the PERFECT idea, can you listen to it?” and an audio file that’s 47 minutes long

+ Looking at scores together and circling the bits you like, and highlighting the separate lines

+ Listening to Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto 2 together and getting him to play certain bits on the piano

+ Being completely and utterly in love, which nobody else can take away from you

+ except at school the next day after all of the texts when Aiden says “so... did you like it” and you going “I barely got any sleep thanks to your trumpet sonata”

+ but you love him. and he loves you.