As the story unfolds, we see Gko struggling with her feelings for her best friend, who is unaware of her true emotions. Gko's music becomes a way for her to process her complex feelings and express herself in a way that she cannot do verbally.
As she grows closer to her best friend, Gko becomes more conflicted about whether to confess her feelings or keep them to herself. She is torn between risking their friendship or potentially missing out on a chance at true love.
Throughout the film, we see Gko navigate the challenges of being a young lesbian in a society that is not always accepting. She grapples with internalized homophobia and fear of rejection, while also finding strength in her music and her connection to her best friend.
Ultimately, Gko must confront her own fears and insecurities in order to make a decision about her future and her feelings for her best friend. The butterfly's piano is a beautiful and poignant coming-of-age story that explores themes of love, friendship, identity, and self-acceptance.