Author Note:
IT'S THE SPRING BALL! YAY! :D
Are you guys excited as much as I am?
Ah I loved this chapter, Castiel is so fluffy :P
Okay so I put a song in here, it's called Count On You by Big Time Rush feat. Jordan Sparks.
You may want to look it up so you know how it goes if you haven't heard it ;)
I hope you enjoy it! :)
Chapter Seven: Waltz For The Moon
Yuzuki POV
Arriving at school I step out of the car, Iris springs out of the car with Lysander in tow, he send us a silent plea of help before disappearing into the gym. I giggle at his situation and feel a hand gently take mine.
"Shall we go in?" Castiel asks, his signature smirk plastered on his face. Squeezing his hand a little in response we move towards the gym, Castiel opening the door for me. Immediately I'm blinded by flashing lights and loud noises, my hand instinctively snaps to my upper thigh, grasping the switchblade strapped there. Realising where I was, I slowly let go of it, scanning the room and noting all the possible exits out of sheer habit.
'Calm down, it's just a dance, a party. Nothing's going to happen.'
Taking a deep breath I look around once more. People are dancing on the floor or socializing on the benches, girls showing off their dresses and sizing each other up. Glaring daggers at any girl who got too close to their date.
'I didn't think a dance would be so... territorial. Girls can be pretty scary.'
"Yuzuki!" Someone screeches my name over the music and voices, not entirely surprised to see Iris in amongst a group, bouncing up and down to get my attention. Gently tugging on Castiel's sleeve, I point in Iris's direction and make our way over to her.
Castiel goes to talk to Lysander and some other guy with black hair, while drags me away from the others.
"So what do you think so far? Are you enjoying yourself? Do you want some punch? What did Castiel..." She blabbers on, throwing one question after another at me, barely giving me a chance to respond.
"Whoa slow down Iris, you'll die from asphyxiation if you don't breathe." She stops, an odd look in her eyes before taking a deep breath.
"Heh sorry, guess I got a little carried away. But anyway, I was going to ask what Castiel said to you earlier, you know when we were still at my place."
"Oh that? Well he said that... I looked amazing." I blush furiously, remembering how he close he was to me at the time.
"Aw that's so adorable! Although he could have said a different way, a more romantic way like, 'you're so beautiful, it takes my breath away'. But then again, this is Castiel we're talking about." She says. Not really being the most experienced person in these situations, I couldn't really see the problem. To me he had been truly honest as he said it, which was good enough for me.
"Oh I almost forgot! I need to introduce to the others, they're coming over tonight too, so I want you to get to know them a little. That way you won't feel so out of place." Grabbing my hand she drags me into the crowd, introducing them one by one. There was Melody, Kim, Peggy, Violette, Rosalya, Capucine, Jade, Leigh who turned out to be Lysander's older brother and Dakota.
'She's going to have all these people at her house? This is quite a few people, are we all going to fit?'
"You're probably wondering how were all going to fit huh? Don't worry, I got it all covered. I also invited Nathaniel too." She says cheerfully.
"Nathaniel's coming too? Are you sure that's a good idea? You know how much Nathaniel and Castiel hate each other right?" I give her a scolding look, which was having no effect on the idiotic grin of hers.
"Don't worry about it. If they start fighting I'll just get you to break it up."
Blinking at her, I try to make sense of what she meant.
"Why am I the peace maker? It's your house, therefore it's your responsibility." I pout.
"Because you're my friend and you love me. I'm sure you could break them up peacefully. You have managed to get close to Castiel and I don't think anyone has before you. You're special Yuzuki, they'll listen to you." She says.
'Mainly because Castiel already knows I'm much stronger than him and could easily kick his ass.'
Iris slings an arm around my shoulder, guiding me over to the punch to get a drink, talking non-stop in my ear about her after party.
'This is going to be a long night. Not that I mind.'
Castiel POV
"So are you going to ask Yuzuki to dance or not?" Giving Lys a glare, I fold my arms and smirk at him.
"Are you going to ask Iris to dance?" I ask. He shuffles uncomfortably at my comment, knowing full well why.
"Well as much as I like Iris, she can be... a handful sometimes. But if you need encouragement I'll gladly do it."
Before I could respond, he saunters over to Iris and Yuzuki, bowing a little while holding his hand out to Iris. She squeaks in joy, quickly snatching his hand and drags him onto the dancefloor, leaving Yuzuki behind. Quickly checking my appearance and making sure everything was in place, I walk over to Yuzuki, clearing my throat to get her attention. She turns around, giving me a gentle smile, eyes glittering in the light.
"Hey." I say quietly. "Um, would you... like to dance with me?" I ask with a smile.
She suddenly blushes and looks at he floor, shuffling a little.
"Uh, I um... I don't... ah know." She stutters, fumbling for words. "I mean... I'd like to but..."
I lift her face up, looking her in the eye. "But?" I repeat.
"I... I don't know... how to dance." Smiling at her shyness, I take her hands into mine and lead her to the floor, ignoring her small protests.
Pulling her close I wrap an arm around her waist, holding her hand with the other, leaning closer to her ear.
"It's okay, you don't need to be embarrassed." I whisper. "Just follow my lead." Taking small, slow steps, she starts to follow, holding tightly onto me, as if she's afraid to let go.
'Now I'm about to give you my heart
But remember this one thing
I've never been in love before
So you gotta go easy on me
I heard love is dangerous
Once you fall you never get enough
But the thought of you leaving
Ain't so easy for me'
"See? You're not so bad, just takes practice." I chuckle. We continue to dance, spinning her around and taking her back into my arms.
'Don't hurt me
Desert me
Don't give up on me
What would I wanna do that for?'
Don't use me
Take advantage of me
Make me sorry I ever counted on you
1,2,3,4 to 5 baby, I'm counting on you'
Whispering words of encouragement to her she starts to get more confident, taking faster and longer steps.
'Understand I've been here before, thought I found someone I thought I finally could adore
But you failed my test, got to know her better so I wasn't the only one
But I will end up put my trust you, baby you could put your trust in me
Just like a count to 3 you can count on me and your never gonna see
No numbers in my pocket.
Anything I'm doing girl
I'll drop it for you
Cuz you're the one I'm giving my heart to but I gotta be the only one'
I lift her in the air and she squeaks in surprise, giggling as I put her back down.
'Don't hurt me
Desert me
Don't give up on me
What would I wanna do that for?
Don't use me
Take advantage of me
Make me sorry I ever counted in you
1,2,3,4 to 5 baby I'm counting on you'
Smiling and laughing, her worries disappearing with every step, everything fading out but us and the music.
'I really hope you understand
That if you wanna take my hand
You should put yours over my heart
I promise to be careful from the start
I trust in you with love in me
Very very carefully
Never been so vulnerable
Baby I'll make you comfortable'
She leans closer, wrapping her arms around me. I do the same, gently placing a kiss on her forehead. Smiling to myself.
'1234 to 5 (yeah)
Baby I'm counting in you (oh)
1234 to 5 (why would I want to do that hey yeah)
1234 to 5 baby I'm counting on you
1234 to 5
No I'm about to give you my heart
So remember this one thing
I've never been in love before
Yea you gotta go easy on me.'
'So this is what love feels like.'
Nathaniel POV
Sitting at the back of the benches, I watch Yuzuki and Castiel dance. Seeing her shyness in the beginning, slowly gaining confidence.
'So, she chose Castiel after all.'
Shaking the thought from my head, I quickly stand up and head towards the stage.
'Don't get upset Nathaniel, as long as she's happy it's okay right? If she wants Castiel then it's okay. Just be happy for her.'
"Oh Nathaniel." Sighing, I stop and turn around to face Amber.
"What is it Amber? I'm a little busy right now." I say irritably, already knowing what her question is.
She smiles, trying to work her charms on me. "You're going to announce the three most popular couples right? I just wanted to know who was crowned Queen that's all."
Rubbing my temple and sigh at the question. "Amber you ask me every year and every time I say no. You can wait with everyone else." I spin around on my heel and walk to the stage, grabbing the envelopes with the winners. Every year we have the three best couples receive a title of either Duke & Duchess, Prince & Princess or King & Queen, of course Amber always has to be Queen.
Climbing the stairs, I move over to the microphone on stage and clear my throat. Everyone's attention soon turns to me and silence fills the room.
"Hello everyone, as I'm sure you know it's time to announce the three most popular couples of the 34th Annual Spring Ball." A murmur of excitement passes through the room, quickly dying down to allow me to announce the winners.
Taking out the first envelope I scan it's contents. "In third place, with the title of Duke & Duchess, goes to... Dakota and Melody!" As people clap in approvement, the couple make their way to the stage. I hand them a bouquet of flowers and motion for them to step aside. Opening the second envelope, I hold back a small snicker.
"In second place, with the title of Prince & Princess, goes to... Lysander and Iris!" Iris shrieks in happiness and flies up the stairs to claim her tiara, Lysander attempting to catch up. I hand him his crown and he steps to the side, taking Iris with him. I open the final envelope, almost bursting out in laughter but hold it back with all my might.
'Amber's going to freak.' I snicker.
"In first place, with the title of King & Queen, of the 34th Annual Spring Ball, goes to..."
I pause, building up the suspense, spotting the winners I give them a small smile.
"Castiel and Yuzuki!" A loud cheer fills the room as they to make their way to the stage. I hand Castiel his crown, trying not to look him in the eye and he quickly moves away. As Yuzuki approaches me, a slight blush tints her cheeks. Giving her a warm smile, I gently place the crown on her head, taking care not to mess her hair up. She moves to stand next to Castiel, smiling up at him. A small pain forms in my chest.
'Stop it Nathaniel, it's not like you'll never see her again. You just won't be able to share your feelings with her.'
Turning to face the crowd I speak into the microphone again.
"Let's have a round of applause for our winners!"
The room fills with cheering and a few wolf whistles, the winners waving back at the crowd. As they move to step off I cast a glance at Yuzuki, watching her be led out of the gym by Castiel.
'It's okay, if can't be the one for her, then I'll be the one support her.'
Castiel POV
I quickly take Yuzuki's hand and lead her out of the gym, heading over to a tree. I stop and let go her hand, breathing in the cool night air.
"Wow, that was different. I almost fainted when we were announced as King & Queen." She says breathlessly.
I turn and look at her. "Why'd you almost faint?" Most girls like it when they get these titles, it adds to their overrated vanity.
"Well... it was just surprising. Not that it's a bad thing, I just never thought I'd ever get the title of Queen or anything." She laughs.
"Well why not? I think you deserve it, you're way more beautiful than those other girls." She stops laughing, surprise glitters in her eyes.
"You think I'm beautiful?" She asks, causing my entire face to turn red.
"Well, I um... of course I uh, think you're beautiful. And I'm not meaning just your looks either, you're a really nice person and you're honest. That's what I like about you. You're looks are just a bonus." Smirking, I bring her closer to me, her head pressed against my chest.
"You really mean it." She mumbles in my chest.
I stroke her soft, curly hair. "I wouldn't lie about something like that, not to you."
"Why? Why would you say something like that." Doubt heavy in her voice, I sigh at her uncertainty.
"Well... it's because I love you." I say calmly. Feeling her body go ridged she speaks up.
"You don't really mean it, no one ever does. Not someone broken like me." Her voice slightly shaky, kept under control from what seems like years of practice.
'Someone broken like you? Idiot. You're not broken, not to me.'
"Since you don't believe me... I'll just have to prove it." I smirk.
Lifting her face up, I lean in slowly, gently pressing my lips against hers. At first she was tense and unresponsive but soon relaxed, kissing me back with innocent tenderness. Suddenly I hear the familiar sound of a camera, snapping my head towards the sound I spot Iris and Lys with a camera.
"Damn it Iris!" I yell.
"Oh shit he's seen us, run Lys!" They quickly bolt around the corner in an attempt to run away.
As I go to chase after them, a hand pulls me back.
"Let them go." Yuzuki says. "You can get them back later." She leans forward and kisses me again, filled with the same tenderness as before. She then pulls back and rests her head on my chest, hugging me tightly.
"I love you too Castiel." I blush at her confession but I was filled with happiness at the same time. Feeling her shiver slightly, I hold her closer to me to keep her warm. We stand there for a while, enjoying the quiet night, underneath a beautiful full moon.
'I'm never letting you go now.'
Author Note:
OH SO CUTEEEEEE! No idea how much I loved this chapter :3
I hope this makes up for last time, I felt so evil stealing this cuteness from you.
And PLEASE, for the love of God, REVIEW! I really want to know what you guys thought of this chapter :D
