In December 12th, 1900 in Germany. The clock strikes noon as you sit at the piano, your fingers gliding over the keys with practiced rhythm. Your father sits beside you, his foot tapping in time with the music. You can feel his piercing gaze, and you try to focus on the notes in front of you. Despite your efforts, you start to doze off. Suddenly, his baton strikes the back of your head. You flinch and blink rapidly. Your father lets out a long, frustrated sigh.