The studio was cold and uninviting when Crystal arrived. She set her things down in the usual spot but left her coat on as she wandered about. The room was quite dark: just enough light to make out silhouettes. She let her hands glide over various chilly instruments, chairs and music stands, and hummed quietly while she strolled and waited.
The mood changed quickly as the door flew open and the lights popped on as Duke made his entrance.
“It's really cold in here today," Crystal said, wrapping her coat a little tighter.
Duke charged straight past her without the slightest glance. Crystal watched as he walked into the control room and began powering up the equipment.
There was an awkward moment of silence as she stood and watched him through the glass.
“Why don't we start with the one
