Can I have this dance? Inspired by High School Musical's song of the same name. Melissa teaches Eric how to waltz ready for his wedding to Nell much to the amusement of Sam, Callen and Deeks. Callissa and established Neric. Melissa's point of view.
Song: watch?v=fCa8pxUtN1s
I walked into the gym to find both Hetty and Eric down here. It's unusual Eric rarely leaves Ops and Hetty appears to be giving him instructions on how to stand as I enter. I stop and watch for a few seconds as Hetty takes a step back. I cough as I approach to let them know I'm there. Hetty asked me to come in early and come straight down with the strange request that I wear shoes with heels. Eric immediately looks up startled. Hetty smiles at me. This is not good….
'Ah good morning Miss Createn.' Hetty greets cheerfully.
'Morning Hetty, morning Eric. I'm sorry I startled you Eric.' I nod towards them.
'Mr Beale is jumpy this morning. He's worried Mr Callen, Mr Hanna and Mr Deeks will see him dancing.'
'Dancing?' I ask disbelieving as Eric looks down.
'I need to practice before the wedding I don't want to be treading on Nell's toes on our first dance.'
'Miss Createn, why don't you assist him?' Hetty looks at me expectantly and I immediately regret asking what they were doing and doing as Hetty asked.
'What dance are you doing?' I ask Eric as I put down my bag next to the CD player Hetty has set up.
'A waltz.' Eric mumbles barely loud enough for me to hear.
'Viennese Miss Createn.' I nod as I step in front of Eric who is still standing awkwardly.
'Ok. Eric you trust me?' I ask noticing the sheepish look on his face.
'Yeah.'
'Shoulders back. My hand is gonna be on your shoulder and yours on my back and then the other pressing against each others…. Like this.' I finish as I put his hands in the right place and nod to Hetty to start the music then put my own where they need to be.
…..Take my hand, take a breath
Pull me close and take one step
Keep your eyes locked to mine,
And let the music be your guide…
Eric quickly fumbles and steps on my foot and I grimace and he immediately tries to pull away. Hetty even flinches I notice out of the corner of my eye. Focussing on the guy in front of me I pull him back into position as the song continues. Eric reluctantly continues on after some encouragement.
'Come on Eric, you got this.' I remark as he steps on my foot again.
'Really?' Eric retorts as we fall back into the rhythm of the song and Hetty starts to smile as Eric gets into it.
'Come on you can do it…' I answer as I start to rise and fall in time to the music, momentarily confusing Eric. I surprise myself how naturally it comes to me. I've not done the waltz in years but at least I'm kinda enjoying teaching Eric how to do it too.
….It's like catching lightning the chances of finding someone like you
It's one in a million, the chances of feeling the way we do
And with every step together, we just keep on getting better
So can I have this dance (can I have this dance)
Can I have this dance?...
Eric starts to smile half way through as he keeps in time to the music, rising and falling in time with me. Deciding he is ready I go to do a turn and he surprises me and manages to keep up. The song slows and we break apart.
'That's enough for one day.' I signal to Hetty to stop the music but Eric also signals her.
'I'm not ready to quit yet. There's still half the song.' Eric comments.
I shake my head as I get back in position in time for the change of the pace. That was unexpected…
….Take my hand, I'll take the lead
And every turn will be safe with me
Don't be afraid, afraid to fall
You know I'll catch you through it all…
Eric feeling completely in control maneuver's me to fall and in that moment I trust him and let myself fall. He's a natural and as I fall I notice Callen, Deeks and Sam have all arrived. Hetty has a huge grin on her face as she watches.
….It's like catching lightning the chances of finding someone like you
It's one in a million, the chances of feeling the way we do
And with every step together, we just keep on getting better
So can I have this dance (can I have this dance)
Can I have this dance?...
Eric twirls me and I look towards the newly assembled group. Deeks is nodding. Sam is leaning in towards Hetty and I notice Callen simply watching us. He standing perfectly still compared to the others. I finish twirling and find Eric's hand where it's meant to be and we continue on in position my yellow dress moving with me.
'Pressure Eric. Push against me.' I comment as we continue.
...Oh no mountains too high and no, oceans too wide
'Cause together or not, our dance won't stop
Let it rain, let it pour
What we have is worth fighting for
You know I believe, that we were meant to be
Yeah…
'Good Eric.'
'That better?' Eric asks as he pushes back. I nod in response.
…It's like catching lightning the chances of finding someone like you (like you)
It's one in a million, the chances of feeling the way we do (way we do)
And with every step together, we just keep on getting better
So can I have this dance (can I have this dance)
Can I have this dance
Can I have this dance
Can I have this dance?...
The song finishes and I courtesy in front of Eric and he smiles. There's suddenly applause from the group and Eric looks up. All four are smiling.
'I did it!' He remarks surprised as he hugs me exuberantly. I struggle for breath until he releases me. Callen raises an eyebrow as he spins me.
'Yes you did,' I smile as I pat his shoulder. 'Good job.'
'Good job Mr Beale. Not bad for a beginner, not bad at all….'
'So where did you learn how to dance?' Deeks asks me as I walk towards my bag.
'I had a godmother who taught me Deeks. I'm sure if you ask her nicely she'll teach you too.'
'Same time tomorrow?' Eric asks as I walk towards the exit.
'Care to teach me?' Callen jokes grabbing my arm as I go to pass.
'I don't know… Hetty do you think Callen should learn how to waltz?' I ask Hetty with a cheeky smile who simply looks back at us. Hetty responds as she leaves the room.
'Your choice dear. The student has become the master.'
So it appears that Eric is actually a natural dancer...Love this song and I hope I did it justice with my NCIS LA twist.