A/N: This is a fic I wrote in honor of DefineDelicate's birthday. Happy birthday girl. Hope you have a great one.
Disclaimer: I don't own anything and this story is for entertainment purposes only.
The dance:
"Why did I let you talk me into this?" Chloe asked her best friend Amy.
"Because you wanted to do something fun. And you also promised me that you would go with me," Amy replied.
"This isn't what I had in mind," Chloe replied.
"Come on, it's a school dance. They're supposed to be fun and awkward." Amy added.
"Where did Paul go?" Chloe asked looking around.
"He headed over to talk to the dj. Want to get something to drink?" Amy asked.
"Let me go and get it," Chloe added and headed over to the refreshments.
"Having fun?" a familiar voice said.
"You really got to quit doing that," Chloe replied with a slight smile.
"Doing what?" Alek asked with a sheepish smile.
"Sneaking up on me," Chloe answered.
"I wouldn't be able to sneak up on you if you were more aware of your surroundings," Alek said.
"It's a school dance, what dangers would lurk here?" Chloe asked.
"You can never be too careful and you can't let your guard down, that's when you are in danger the most," Alek answered in a low voice.
"I know, they could be anywhere and I need to be careful. Then what are you doing here besides lecturing me?" Chloe asked.
"Watching you," Alek replied.
"Really? You came here just to watch me?" Chloe asked.
"Well there is this one other thing," Alek answered.
"And that is?" Chloe prodded.
"Dance with me," Alek asked.
"No thank you," Chloe replied turning away.
"Come on, I'm a great dancer," Alek said taking her hand and leading her onto the dance floor.
"Uhh I don't think so," Chloe answered.
"Unless you're scared to dance with me," Alek teased her.
"Why would I be scared?" Chloe replied.
"You're scared that you're not as good a dancer as me," Alek replied after a moment.
"Honestly Alek, you're not better than me in everything," Chloe replied with a laugh
"Then prove it," Alek said raising his eyebrows.
Chloe just shook her head at him and started to dance with the beat.
(AN: Song playing is E.T by Katy Perry)
Alek smiled and danced by her side.
A few moments later the music slowed down and Chloe turned to walk away.
(Song now playing: Everything by Lifehouse)
Alek pulled her back and turned her head so she would face him.
"What?" Chloe asked.
"Do you really want to get away from me that badly?" Alek asked.
"No, it's a slow song," Chloe replied.
"So," Alek asked.
"So, that means slow dancing," Chloe replied.
"And…" Alek asked raising his eyebrows.
"Slow dancing is for couples," Chloe answered.
"Not necessarily. Two friends can slow dance," Alek replied pulling her closer to him.
"Well, I guess…" Chloe replied swaying to the music.
"I'm beginning to think that you're scared to slow dance with me," Alek added.
"Why would that scare me?" Chloe added.
"Cause you're afraid that you'll fall for me," Alek answered.
"Me fall for you? Don't make me laugh." Chloe answered.
"Well don't say I didn't warn you," Alek replied placing her hands around his waist as he expertly led her left and right and twirled her around without breaking eye contact.
Chloe's mind was a blur as she went through the paces. As she looked into his eyes she felt safe, warm, loyalty and a little something else that she couldn't make out but she didn't want to look away. All other thoughts flew out of her mind and right now all she knew was this felt right being there in his arms and nothing else mattered.
As the song ended Alek ended the song with a slow dip and a smile. And she couldn't help but smile back and they stayed like that for a moment before breaking away from each other gazes.
"Want to go outside for a bit?" Alek asked gesturing outside.
"Sure," Chloe replied and followed him out.
"What was that?" the both said together. Then smiled and laughed.
"I don't know what's going on or how you are feeling. All I know is that I really care about you," Alek replied after a moment.
"I care about you too though I don't want to admit it because I'm scared," Chloe admitted.
"Scared about what?" Alek asked softly.
"Everything, there's so much going on in my life right now that it's scary. Even though I kind of know you care about you I don't know if you care because you have to or you really care about me," Chloe answered.
"Chloe, yes it's my job to protect you but I don't do it because I have to. I do it because I care," Alek answered.
"Really?" Chloe asked softly.
"Really and remember that I'll always be here for you not matter what," Alek added.
Chloe looked up at him and saw all the sincerity in his eyes and stood up on her toes and kissed him on the lips.
Alek was surprised for a moment and didn't move but then leaned back down and kissed her back and pulling her closer to him.
When they both broke apart, they were both breathless. Once they caught their breath they just smiled at each other knowing that this was the start of something good and they spent the rest of the night outside staring at the stars enjoying each other's company.