AN:Chapter 2 is up and its a bit longer than my usual writing but the words kind of just flowed out with ease. Thanks for all the support and enjoy.
"Hahahaha Coco that tickles., uhhhwhaah that's too tight, wa-wa-wait that's my tail."
The morning started bright and early for Velvet, Coco had woken her up before the sun even rose so they could make it into Vale when the stores opened up at 7. They had only a few hours left before the available team of CFYV had to depart so Coco made sure to utilize the time effectively to pick out the perfect dress.
The rabbit couldn't be any more embarrassed at what she was being made to wear at the moment however. "Do we really have to pick this out together as well."
"Listen Velvet the dance is half the battle but when things get hot it's a woman's lingerie that seals the deal. Besides you need to expand your wardrobe a bit, carrot motifs can only get you so far." Coco was finding just the right garments to extenuate the girl's hips and chest that were already curved and well developed.
Velvet looked down at the black and red laced bra and panties. It was actually very comfortable but left little to the imagination; just barely covering her in the most private of areas it emphasized her Faunus figure. Her tail flicked side to side comfortably and her thighs had a thin topical coat of fur that didn't cover her lower back and butt entirely but had a unique pattern that went down the length of her legs to the shin. It was a mixture of brown and white that gave her a very exotic look.
"Jaune is one lucky guy I must say. So try on the dress now and see how you feel."
Coco shut the curtains and left the bunny to her work.
"I wonder, will he ever get to see this anyways? I guess I can only hope." Velvet then reached for the dress Coco helped pick out and put it on.
Minutes pass by, "Almost ready, if it doesn't look good just be honest ok, I am not expecting anything great with a body like mine."
"Stop being so pessimistic about it, he said yes for a reason you know so there's something to you." Coco always had to keep Velvets negativity in line otherwise it would only get worse.
"Ok, here goes." Pulling the curtain she stepped out into view.
A beautiful lite brown caramel colored dress that went just below the knees that displayed a lace trim that spread out into wondrous waving designs on the chest and hem of the dress, on top Coco had added a yellow and brown circlet that expressed a woodland forest like style. And to pull the outfit together matching colored silk gloves that reached her elbows with a white band on the wrists. Velvet wasn't simply beautiful she was elegant, a perfect blend that expressed her heritage and modern influences.
"Oh yeah, I'm good." Holding both hands to the side for Yatsu and Fox to slap.
Catching a glimpse of herself in a mirror she blushed at the thought that even she herself truly felt beautiful for once in her life. To everyone's surprise even gave a twirl to take in the full effect of her new look. "Thank you everyone, you're the greatest." Her eyes began to water and her teammates comforted the emotional girl.
First Fox, "Knock'em dead girl."
Next Yatsu,"Enjoy yourself Velvet, we look forward to hearing all about it."
Finally Coco giving her a hug, "We will see you soon, be safe, and save a dance for me." Giving Velvet a wink.
Velvet sat alone in the bull head, having parted ways from her team at the dock they began their mission while Velvet made her way back to Beacon. A sense of forlornness dawned on her heart as she looked out the window to see the transport whisk them away. She wished to share the experience tonight with her friends;
"For all that they have done I better make them the best carrot cake they ever did have, pull out the real Scarlatina home recipe for this one." She held her bag with the evenings dress and gripped it close to her chest.
Velvet was looking forward for evening to come with much anticipation, she thought it was strange that she felt this giddy but then realized that this was actually the first date she would be going on. "Wow, this will actually be the first time I am attending an event like this with someone to call my own, hehe, I guess applying to Beacon was a good choice after all."
-Beacon Library-
Sitting alone in the corner of the library Jaune was staring intently at a book 'Form and Elegance to Waltz'
Studiously examining the steps he didn't even notice he had company.
"Hey hey Jaune Whatcha dooooin." A perky scarlet huntress propped herself down in the seat next the studious Knight.
Weiss was also in attendance but stood quietly overlooking Jaune's shoulder as the exchange unfolded.
"Oh Ruby, didn't expect to see you here of all places. I thought you had a personal policy of avoiding all things school work related on weekends." Jaune asked half sarcastically.
"That policy has exceptions with, but not limited to, keeping someone company." They both let out a laugh.
Weiss interjected, "Jaune you do realize the book your reading is rather advanced, there is no way you can learn to Waltz in just a few hours by reading about it. If you need someone to show you some basic steps I would be happy to do so"
Jaune didn't take offense to this, rather he understood she was only looking out for him and it's understandable she would not know some of the finer details of the Arc family. While he didn't hold the prestige of a Schnee, an Arc Knight was no joke either, well versed in the old arts and classics so was the importance to learn the history they defended through all eras of time.
"This is actually just a reference for me Weiss, however your right, reading won't do me any good. So I will take you up on that share score together with you. If you feel me lacking then I ask you please enlighten me in proper ways." Jaune gave a cool smile.
Weiss was taken back by this sudden show of confidence, she thought to herself a moment. 'He couldn't possibly be serious, for a beginner to try and keep up with a Schnee is completely outlandish, yet how can he be so sure….. This could be interesting' "Alight Jaune , follow me, you too Ruby we need a witness to this as well to lay claim after we have finished."
The huntress gave a cheesy smile and salute.
Jaune was satisfied with this outcome, "After you ."
The dance studio was a medium sized room with everything you would expect to see, clean wooden floors with full length windows towards the entrance and mirrors lining the walls and support bars. Standing there in suit he stood in front of the Ice queen of Beacon herself dressed in a beautiful blue dress.
With the wave of an arm she addressed her friend, "Ruby if you would be so kind." With the que Ruby played a preset song by Weiss on her scroll and the orchestra began.
Jaune, recognizing the beautiful melody and commented, "Ah Johann Strauss if I'm not mistaken"
Weiss was visibly surprised, "Why yes, a personal favorite of mine, I'm surprised you know his work."
"It's An Arc family tradition to be versed in at least one instrument, and I come from a home with 7 sisters so that should tell you something." He calmly replied.
The two joined hands and their exchange began, foot for foot they danced with Jaune taking lead with natural ease.
Weiss was again at a loss for words, "Wait, you weren't lying, how can do know this routine so well?"
The weaving Knight laughed a little, "7 Sisters means 7 dance partners before events like prom and formal during high school."
Weiss had never danced like this before outside of strict and, quite frankly boring, public events her father would force her to attend. Most of the time it was with older men who were stuck up and always tried to lower their hands far more than was appropriate. But this was the first time she felt a thrill in having a partner.
'How can he be so confident and gentlemen like now yet acted like such a dork when we first met…why couldn't this have been the Jaune that approached me first?'
He guided his partner with ease and gentle hands, never reaching lower than was needed yet keeping her close enough to support her when necessary. The dance was complicated and became faster as Weiss began testing his skill by introducing steps that would throw off an amateur.
Jaune took notice and with nothing more than a smile he quickly adapted as though it was pre-determined.
Her expression became soft and entranced in this dance not noticing the time pass by.
Finally the end of the score was approaching and it was almost time for the final act to be taken and end up gracefully in the man's arms. She felt a sense of excitement and anticipation as the moment approached, she never realized how much she loved dancing until now and felt a great sense of personal fulfillment. Just as Weiss was immersing herself even deeper to the movements she suddenly found herself separated from her partner.
Feeling a sense of shock and slight anger she looked to Jaune with a gaze that was demanding of an answer. 'How could he cut it short? There is nothing more unrefined than leaving something as important as this unfinished.'
"Alright that's good, thanks for all the help Weiss. It had been a while since I have practiced with someone. I am not expecting Velvet to be as experienced by any means but this helped me with how I can lead for her with ease." Jaune smiled and gave a gentlemanly bow.
'WHAT?! How could he use me like this, how DARE he play with my emotions and heart. Just because he has someone who is showing interest in him he thinks he can treat me like some vixen. I will not tolerate such humiliation!' Just before she was about to speak Weiss remembered that it was actually herself that suggested and initiated the exchange in the first place. Realizing what position she would put herself in if she spoke such words she swallowed her pride and gave a curtsey,
"You are most welcome Sir Arc, this dance was most wonderful and any woman would be lucky to have such a capable partner this evening."
Feeling satisfied he made his way to the door, "Well I'll catch you guys later, I need to get back and shower up before it gets too late, thanks for all the help you two; I owe you some cookies later Ruby."
'Isn't he going to offer me anything?' the ice girl thought to herself, feeling a bit dejected.
"Awww Yeah Jaune, I'm gonna hold you to that!" As he left, the energetic huntress walked over to Weiss. "Wow you two were like totally amazing, it looked so awesome seeing you move like that, I don't think there would be anyone else in this academy who could hold a candle to your skills."
"Yeah that was really something huh." Responding in a flat tone, she walked past her friend and made her way to the door.
"Weiss…." Ruby looked concerned. "Is something the matter?"
Weiss stood still for a moment, "Why couldn't today be the day we met?"
Ruby was puzzled by her comment and didn't respond.
-CFVY Dorm-
Velvet's room never felt seemed so empty before, perhaps in the past Velvet of the past would be sulking at her sudden solitude but right now Velvet was happy to be alone. She skipped and pranced around her new found space as she jumped between mirrors, closet, and touching up make-up. Never had she put so much effort in her appearance but tonight was special. As Velvet was preparing to dawn her new dress she glanced at the lingerie Coco had picked out, thinking on it a moment she thought to herself "….next time for sure"
Tonight she didn't want the pressure of thinking where things would go if they got hot and heavy, tonight for the first time she just wanted to focus on the night itself and spending it with someone she had invested months becoming close with. As an official date she felt their relationship reaching bounds she previously thought unattainable.
The time read 7:56 P.M, "Alright I think it's time, I'll get there a little early so he doesn't have to wait long. But first."
Sending a message to her teammates she included a picture of herself fully dressed and in make-up.
Velvet: Hi everyone, hope your all doing well. Wish you were here with me tonight but I know your all working hard. I am heading out to meet up with Jaune right now. Be safe out there.
Coco: Hey there good looking, whoa you really went all out on this one didn't you. I trust your taking your secret weapon with you as well. Don't worry if you need to use the room tonight we don't mind, just make sure to open a window afterwards ;).
Velvet: Coco that's so embarrassing how could say that in in front of Yatsu and Fox (^_^;)
Yatsu: Don't mind her Velvet, we know you're not going out with that in mind.
Fox: But if you do decide on it there something under my bed that'll help, Jaune doesn't look like the type to carry.
Velvet: Carry what?
Yatsu: ….
Coco: Damn Fox I didn't expect that from you, living a double life, when do you even have time for that?
Fox: I have my ways.
Yatsu: Don't bother checking your phone until morning Velvet, I think this conversation just went to the abyss.
Coco: So tell me more about these ways Foxy.
Velvet put her scroll away, based on the conversation they weren't working too hard so that was a comforting thought. If Velvet had more time she would have checked under the bed to see what Fox was talking about but she was out of time , she really wanted to get to Jaune. She walked at a brisk pace down the halls until she made her way outside. She passed by other students and staff alike who were all dressed up for the night. At first she thought she was mistaken but began hearing quiet remarks by various students that would have gone over anyone other than a Faunus with such sensitive ears.
"Look how pretty she is." said one girl.
"Is that Velvet? Coco must be rubbing off on her, she is absolutely gorgeous in that dress." Said another.
"Do you know if she has a date?" One guy remarked.
"Don't you know? It's with the guy who shoved that muffin in the girls face when she insulted his girl." His friend replied.
'They think I'm his girlfriend? ahhh sometimes the world just feels right.' the happy rabbit thought to herself as she glided down the halls.
She was so infatuated with thoughts of herself and Jaune she missed her step, or so she thought, and fell over onto the ground.
"Owww, clumsy me." As she looked up she saw a trio of girls standing over her. Velvet recognized this scent and her blood ran cold.
"My my my how clumsy of you indeed."
—Main Hall—
8:58 P.m
"Hmmm I wonder if she got caught up doing her hair, it is pretty long." Jaune was rationalizing Velvet's tardiness, he knew 28 min wasn't terribly late but when you take into consideration Velvet wasn't the type of person to keep someone waiting at all, plus she would have messaged him if she was running late, on top of the fact their meet up place was fairly close to her dorm red flags began to flare up.
Que in a certain Ice Queen," Hey there Jaune, waiting patiently for your date I see, how gentlemanly."
"Hey Weiss , yeah just waiting for Velvet to arrive, she's running a little late it seems, probably just some hair trouble." Jaune didn't seem like himself, something was clearly wrong.
"Hair? But I saw Velvet fully dressed earlier, did you try messaging her?" Weiss was beginning to wonder why she hadn't made it down to him if she was already done getting ready, mental preparation perhaps.
"Yeah I did but I didn't get a response." Jaune looked to Weiss with sad eyes. "You don't think she, you know, may have stood me up?"
"Weiss gave Jaune a half slap on the cheek, "Don't you dare begin questioning her! Sometimes a lady needs time to emotionally prepare herself and as her date you will respect that. You wait here I will find her and see what she may need." Turning elegantly she walked down back towards the halls.
"Oh? THANKS WEISS YOU'RE THE BEST!" Jaune shouted as she was walking away.
"I'm not the best, *sigh* I am actually pretty terrible." Weiss muttered to herself.
—Minutes Later—
"Hahahaha did you see how much she was crying, Oh this was too perfect." One girl slithered out.
"I can't believe how delicate her dress was, I barely tugged and riiiiiiiiiiiip., she won't be using that scrap of cloth anytime soon." The words dripped out like venom from another.
Twirling a small circlet, "Such a stuck up bitch if you ask me, dressed up in such silly trinkets, Faunus need to stay out of events like these, they muddy up the whole atmosphere." the leading girl bitterly spoke.
Their words caught Weiss's attention and as she walked by noticed the same circlet Velvet was wearing in the hands of the girl. Everything clicked and the Ice Queen was going to make her name known to these ingrates.
"So where should we ahahhhh!" Her words were cut off and before the other two could even turn around a deep chill ran up their bodies.
Turning to see what happened they saw one of their friends completely encapsulated in Ice, save for her nose.
The second girl approached and was about to begin a confrontation but this vixen would have to wait her turn as she had plans for the obvious instigator.
With a wave of the hand a gust of wind came and completely pinned her to the wall and froze her body in place.
Petrified the remaining girl attempted to turn tail and run but her leg felt like it weighed a ton, frozen in place she couldn't move. Before a scream was let out Weiss lifted her with one hand by the throat and grabbed the circlet with her free hand whispering "Gonna fucking kill you. Tell me right now where she is"
At first she was unwilling to say anything and just struggled. Weiss unamused began a slow freezing starting from the feet.
Fearing for her life the girl edged out, "Sh-sh-she ran towards the main fountain, th-th-thats all I know."
Weiss would have loved to spend more time teaching them the true meaning of a woman's wrath but she felt her point got across and wouldn't need to worry about them in the future.
"If I find out you lied to me, I'll freeze the tongue right out of your mouth."
Releasing the other girls from deaths grip Weiss made her way to where Velvet should be.
Moments later she came across a figure hunched over gazing into the water of Beacons signature fountain. Weiss approached slowly and could hear a quiet whimpering.
"Why…..why tonight of all nights." The tears ran hot against her cold skin in the chilly night. Her dress in tatters, her makeup ruined, her circlet stolen and spirit broken. "I tried to be strong, really I did." Speaking out to someone even Velvet wasn't sure of; but was certain something out there could hear her.
"If I fought them I am sure they would have been badly injured, *sob* *sob* so why does this feel like I did something wrong." "I'm sorry Coco." Despair hung in her soul and at the moment of giving up.
"Wait just a minute there, You did nothing wrong! You spared those girls and that is something to take pride in. You are a model for Faunus Human relations where the world meets you with hate and disgust yet you show mercy and kindness. Isn't that what Jaune fell in Love with in the first place!" Weiss was speaking her mind and didn't realize she used such strong implications.
Almost not believing what was happening Velvet gazed in wonderment to this angel who seemed to appear from nowhere. "Lo-lo-love? Well I do-do-dont know about that, I mean I had a feeling he likes me but how can I hope he loves.." Velvets thoughts were completely derailed from the despair that once gripped her and was now focused on trying to process a million different things from the words that were just spoken to her.
"Don't give me that! That boy is hopelessly in love, Go see for yourself, even with all his friends and beauties who would love to be with him right now dancing he is still waiting outside like a doofus for you." Weiss was speaking with half truthfulness and half envy that someone was waiting patiently for Velvet to arrive while she herself had no such luxury.
"He's not a doofus! Jaune is a great guy who is nice and kind hearted and you should speak better about him!" Velvet's own passions came out and she no longer could think of the events that transpired earlier that night, but rather were filled with standing up for Jaune.
Weiss was satisfied with her resolve even in the wake of such pain she has been through," Really now, your saying he is worth it after all, your saying that no matter what he would accept you in whatever way you came?"
"Damn right he would!" Velvet let out her response in affirmation now standing tall.
"Then go show me. Are YOU worth having someone like him by your side." Placing the circlet in Velvet's hand,"Otherwise someone like me might just come by and sweep him off his feet."
"You're wrong if you think I would let something like that happen! And you know what!" Velvet yelled.
Weiss responding back in kind "What?"
With tears in her eyes Velvet embraced Weiss in her arms, "Thank you; you really saved me tonight. I will always think of you as my friend."
Weiss wrapped her arms around the rabbit as well, "Just remember, this makes us rivals. Now go on, face him with everything you have."
Wiping the tears from her eyes Velvet gave a nod and ran off.
Left alone once more the angel stood, "Those two are hopeless." Saying with a hint of affection.
—Main Hal—-
9:35 P.M
Jaune worried now for both his friends as he paced back and forth, "Weiss told me to stay but she hasn't come back yet, maybe it's time I to get Ruby and the crew, if anything happened to either of them I don't know.."
"Jaune!" a bunny who was out of breath and in taters stood before him.
Jaune didn't know what to make of this situation, he only saw that she had been through something terrible and yet wasn't able to protect her. "Velvet!" He ran over to her expecting her to fall apart in his arms yet there she stood, almost proudly and with a smile.
The girl addressed the distressed look on her date's face, "Jaune I'm ok, I've just been through a lot today. I'm sorry to have kept you waiting so long but I'm here now. I wish I could have given you the date that you deserve but right now I guess you will have to settle for me how I am, haha." Letting out a nervous laugh. "I might not be the prettiest, and I am a Faunus but"
Cutting her off Jaune took Velvet in his arms before she could continue, "Will you be my girlfriend?"
Standing in disbelief she didn't understand why he would ask this now, she couldn't be in a worse state. Her clothes to shreds, her face was running with mascara and foundation, her hands and knees scuffed, and she couldn't even begin to describe what her hair probably looked like. Never in her life had Velvet doubted the things she heard or even needed something repeated but it seemed tonight was filled with a lot of firsts.
"What did you say?" she asked, wishing that the dream she was having would last forever.
Jaunes held her tighter, "Will you be my girlfriend Velvet Scarlatina, I have been keeping these feeling inside for a long time but I realized that I want to share in your life. When your facing hardships I want to be there to face them with you, when your happy or sad I want to be the one to experience that with you, I missed something tonight, I missed something important and while I am happy you're so strong I never want to miss a moment like that again. Please will you let me stay by your side?"
Jaune realized that whatever happen tonight made Velvet stronger and that he was sure Weiss had something to do about it, there was always something about that girl that brought out the inner strength and resolve in others during moments of weakness. Jaune was forever indebted to her for that but vowed he would never allow Velvet to shoulder a burden so great without him again if she would have him.
Velvets returned his embrace and nuzzled into his arms, her tail wiggling cutely. "I accept Jaune, please treat me kindly." They shared a warm and endearing hug as the music and chatter continued on as the Ball was continuing on.
Velvet pulled away first, "Well what are we waiting for; I do believe someone owes me a dance."
This girl never ceased to amaze Jaune, even after everything that happened she can continue on steadfast.
"My of course my fair lady," Jaune took a bow and held her hand while leading to the entrance. Crossing the threshold they knew there would be stares, gossip and the eyes of the whole academy on them, but neither one of them cared. Their thoughts were filled with the anticipation for the future together.
Out of sight to the pair stood the Ice fairy that performed a miracle this night with a smile. "Hopeless, just hopeless I tell you. Well let's wait and see how this plays out, best of luck to you both."
AN: So this chapter turned out a lot longer than I initially expected but I hope you enjoy it. By the way for those of you interested For the score I was thinking of you can look it up on YouTube,
Stanford Viennese Ball 2013 - Opening Committee Waltz The piece: An Artist's Life by Johann Stauss II.
I figured I would share it with you all to give a little more immersion.
Chapters wont typically be this long but I plan to progress things a bit faster now that we have some groundwork for their relationship. So look forward to the next update