Well, here is the first AUDanny one. I hope it's good.

Once again this is co-written by Yugiohfan163.

Disclaimer: I do not own Danny Phantom.


Danny Phantom: Ghostly Romances

Chapter 9: Daniel & Lydia


Danny sighed as he stood up, brushing his hair out of his eyes. His white hair had grown longer over the years he had been in this side show attraction.

Yes, side show attraction.

A circus.

He had an...accident a while back, and he ran away from home because he was scared his family would hate him. He had... become a half-ghost

It also didn't help that his parents were ghost hunters, giving him all the more reason to leave and made it to this circus.

But, what he didn't know at the time, was the Ring Master was a bit... insane, but he managed to live with it after meeting someone. It was another ghost. She stayed hidden under a red cloak 99% of the time, her name was Lydia. Most people would be uncomfortable with how she looked; green skin, covered in tattoos, spikes coming out of her head, a black leather thong alongside boots and a corset but Danny had met her when he was young, so he just thought of it as her own way of clothing and didn't get bothered by it and he had to admit, as he got older he found her being prettier and prettier.

Freakshow was adamant to have a child join, but after seeing his ghostly abilities, he was let in within seconds and quickly enslaved

The human had managed to use some weird orb on a staff to hypnotize him along with the other ghosts in the circus. Luckily, one day, FreakShow let his guard down and left the orb alone. Within Danny's grasp.

After grabbing it, he broke free from it's power. And then... well... the humans body was never found. And so, Danny took over as the ringleader of the circus, after freeing the others of course.

He was snapped out his memories at seeing Lydia walk in "What is it?" he asked, sitting up. They where currently in his relaxation room, a study. She nodded her head to center stage, saying there was a show soon "Huh, time flies." Danny chuckled as he stood up and walked over to her, putting his hat on. Lydia led the way as Danny followed her to the stage. He frowned lightly as he saw she had her hood up, covering her face from view. He hated how she felt like she needed to hide away like that.

He couldn't worry about that now as he needed to get the show started. And he REALLY had to concentrate... this was his home town.

He cleared his throat and looked at the great assembly of people. "LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!" he called loudly as he walked to the center of the ring, arms spread wide as the spot light shone down on him "TONIGHT, WE SHALL PUT ON THE GREATEST SHOW EVER SEEN! SO GET READY BECAUSE... THE FUN HAS JUST BEGUN!"

Sparks and flares of many colours went off around him, causing the crowed to cheer wildly. That's when the performers started to come out, whether it was riding a unicycle, or crawling on a tight rope on a their legs.

Danny grinned the entire time

The crowd cheered and applauded at the show before them.

The show for several hours, before finally Danny walked off stage, whipping sweat from his brow as he did so "They really wanted an encore." He smiled as he saw everyone celebrating another great show. When he was younger, he wanted to be an astronaut. Explore the skies, explore space. But now? He never wanted to leave. That's when Lydia joined the group after finishing up her part. "Nice work today Lydia." Danny smiled, giving her a beer

Lydia nodded her head pulled her hood down and chugged the beer down.

Danny smiled as her face was revealed and went back to talking to the other performers... only for one of them to run up to him and said someone wanted to see him "Who is it?"

"Danny." A familiar male voice called, making him freeze.

His parents and sister where there

3He turned and was stunned to see them. It may have been years since he last saw them, but he could recognize their jumpsuits and Jazz's hair anywhere.

But he quickly schooled himself "Hello, did you like the show?" He asked with a forced-faked-smile

"Yes, but we wanted to talk to you, Danny." spoke Maddie, her eyes shinning in happiness

"Sorry Miss, but as Ring Leader I am very busy. I hope you understand." Danny said formally making the three gasp

"Danny, we're your parents. Don't you recognize us?" asked Jack in shock and pain

"No, sorry." Danny lied "The circus found me with amnesia, and I took over just over a year ago." Both parents sighed and turned away with Jazz looking him in the eye. "Yes miss?"

"Are you sure you don't remember us? Remember me?"

"No." He lied, his heart breaking slightly. Jazz sighed and followed her parents out.

Danny looked down sadly. He... he felt broken. He noticed someone rubbing his back and looked up to see it was Lydia. He smiled at his old friend and nodded in thanks "Thanks Lydia." Danny muttered softly, gently holding her hand in his

Danny didn't notice the light blush on Lydia's as he still had his hat on, which obscured his corner vision.

"What was up with them boss?" One of the soldiers asked

"Just... some lost people." he replied.

"Okay." They nodded

"I... need to lay down." Danny sighed, walking away

Lydia watched him go and followed. Honestly, she had found that she was falling for him. It may seem weird considering she had stayed how she was since he was but a child, but he always tried to stick close to her. He was just so kind. And he helped free her. And it was also a bonus as he grew up into a handsome young man she often dreamed about.

She blushed as she thought back to those dreams. Like one where they held hands and went on a calm walk under the moonlight with her head resting against his shoulder. Most of them where like that. Simple and romantic. But others where more... daring.

She blushed crimson at remembering one of them. In them she and him just... well... they had sex. To her, it was simple and gentle sex, but it made her feel warm as he was gentle with her in the dream and treated her delicately. Which he did in the real world as well

She soon found herself in his study as he was looking at his own reflection. Since she was unable to speak, she walked over and put her hand on his shoulder

"Hey Lydia." greeted Danny with a sigh.

She smiled softly and rubbed his arm, saying it was okay

"I know they're my family, but I made a life for myself and picked the circus."

She had a look in her eyes that said 'You sure?'

"I'm not entirely sure. Guess I'm having second doubts."

She rubbed his arm and smiled, telling him shed be by his side no matter what he chose

"Thanks Lydia." smiled Danny.

Lydia blushed, and this time she didn't have her hood up to hide it

"Hey, you alright?" asked Danny seeing her face all red.

'Yes' she nodded, trying to look away

"Hey, let me take a closer look." Danny stood up and made Lydia face him.

She blushed as he put his hands on her cheeks and looked at her face

'Wow, she's really beautiful up close like this.' he thought. He slowly leaned forwards, unable to help himself, as his lips neared hers

Lydia's eyes widened as their lips finally met. 'He... he's kissing me.' She thought in amazement as she eagerly returned the kiss and held his face with her hands.

They kissed happily for a while before pulling back "Lydia?" Danny asked

Lydia smiled and rubbed his arm as if to say 'I liked it.'

"I... think I have fallen in love with you." He smiled softly. Lydia smiled even more and hugged him close to her. "Same with you?" She simply nodded her head as an answer. Danny smiled and pulled her close, kissing her once more. Both of them held the other close as they didn't want to forget this moment. Danny wrapped his arms around her waist as she wrapped hers around his neck, their lips dancing against each other

Their happy moment was ruined by one of the performers knocking on the door.

The two jumped apart in surprise, before Danny walked over and opened the door "Hello?"

"Uh boss? We're ready to head out now."

"Really? That was fast. What was our profit and do we need any supplies?" Danny called

"We made it well over our usual profit and not many supplies are needed."

"Okay, we'll pick up what we need in the next town. I'll be out in a minute." Danny called. They heard the performer leave and sighed in relief "Lydia." Danny said as he turned to her and took her hands in his, softly caressing them. Lydia blushed and smiled at the way his thumbs felt against her skin "I don't want you to EVER feel like covering up again." Danny explained "I know you do it for your performance so you don't freak them out, but outside of that I don't want you to EVER have to feel embarrassed or scared to be who you are. You are beautiful and I don't want you to feel like you have to hide under that hood. Okay?" Lydia blushed even more and nodded before hugging Danny to her. He smiled and hugged her back, loving the way their bodies felt together "I love you." He whispered into her ear

Lydia rubbed her head against the side of his neck as if to say 'I love you too.'

"Well, lets go and see the others. It's time to head out." Danny smiled as he pulled back from the hug reluctantly

Lydia nodded as they kept their hands together as they left the room.

Together.


There we go, a nice short and romantic one. I hope you all liked it.