I grasped onto Maka's warm hands. I didn't know why she was in my mind. Both of us were dressed up in a room where it was just the two of us. I took her to the center of the dark floor as slow music mysteriously began to play. As we began to dance, I realized multiple things. Our souls were linked, making it so she could enter my mind. And since she was in my mind, she could read my thoughts. DAMN IT! This would mean she could read my true thoughts, of why I protect her with my life. That is, besides the rules anyway. I really never wanted her to get hurt, even though I knew the current fight we were in made her bleed. She now could find out the truth, without me saying anything.

We continued to dance, not a single word fell between us. She looked into my eyes, and I looked back. I could tell she was trying to read my thoughts. I sighed and looked down. Something in the back of mind told me I shouldn't let her, but I ignored it. I freed any doubts in my mind and allowed our connection to increase. A small gasp escaped Maka and then I knew she'd read it. I loved her, and I knew it well.

She looked back up at me and I looked back down at her, a pale blush swept over her cheeks. She smiled shyly and rested her head on my chest.

"Go ahead… Say it." She told me. "I already know."

I felt my face get hot, knowing what she wanted me to say. My pulse was quickening and I figured she could hear it. We continued to dance as I remained silent. I knew I could read her thoughts if I wanted to, but I chose not to. I felt so nervous; all I could think about was the dance and the girl who was with me.

"Soul… Say it." She urged me again.

She knew I was nervous, I could tell. My face steadily grew hotter as she grew closer to me. Her breath was cold against my skin. She was closer than before, and the dance hadn't ended yet. I felt the words beginning to well up my throat and into my mouth. But I couldn't say it. I was too nervous. She looked up at me again, seeing my emotions clearly.

"Soul… Don't be scared. Just say it…" her voice was soothing and calm, but urging.

Oh, how I wanted to say it! I really wanted to tell her, but I couldn't. I opened my mouth to say it, but only air escaped. She giggled. I shut my mouth and looked away, my face growing a deep scarlet. She went to her tip toes and gently kissed my cheek. I gasped and looked at her. She giggled once again and replaced her head on my chest. She sighed happily.

"Soul…?"

"Yes, Maka?" I finally spoke to her.

"I love you too."

I suddenly felt giddy. A smile grew onto my face and I couldn't help but show her how happy I was. My arms wrapped around her, pulling her even closer. She giggled again and went back on her tip toes. I leaned down slightly, allowing our lips to touch. I shut my eyes and took in the moment. I couldn't have been any happier. I moved my arms and picked her up, spinning her around. She broke our kiss into giddy laughter and I chuckled with her. The smile on her face felt like heaven and seemed to brighten the room. I brought her back, closer to me. I pulled her into a hug and whispered sweet words into her ear.

"Maka, I love you."

Damn… It felt so good to say…

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A/N: My first one shot! Hope you liked it! (Disclaimer: I do NOT own Soul Eater!)

Edit - My account used to be shared with another writer. She originally wrote this , but gave me permission to go back in an revise or delete it. Basically, I officially have full rights over this fan fiction and she no longer writes on this account. I'm not going to change anything in it, but I did want you all to know why this is the odd-ball on my list of stories. Thanks all! Ciao~!