A/N: Hey everyone sorry I'm a day later than usual. It's been pretty hectic around my house. ^^" Here's the next chapter!

Red Fountain-Alfea Mixer

Jason PoV

When we arrived in the ships, almost every fairy at Alfea was staring at us. I stuck close to Tyler and Logan and scanned the crowd for the only girl I wanted to talk to: Harmony.

As I did that, Saladin, Riven and the other Red-Fountain professors joined Ms. Faragonda, the dragon lady (Harmony's words not mine) and Tyler's mom on the steps of the white building.

"Welcome to the annual Alfea-Red Fountain Formal Mixer! Please enjoy the evening," announced Ms. Faragonda.

"But not too much," boomed Griselda. "We will be watching you closely, so refrain from inappropriate behavior."

You could practically see the halos floating over all the girls. Saladin laughed. "Let the festivities begin!"

The crowd cheered and I was shouldered out of the way by the couple behind me as they made their way to the dance floor. Art's sister appeared out of nowhere and dragged Tyler to the dance floor. I smirked and turned to joke with Logan but he'd disappeared. I scanned the crowd again and spotted him making his way over to Cayan, who was standing with Sage and Harmony.

I walked at a brisk pace and got there just in time to hear Logan say, "May I have this dance?"

Cayan laughed. "You can have as many dances as you want Logan."

Logan took her hand and gave me a meaningful glance before heading to the dance floor. I turned and saw Sage and Harmony looking at me expectantly. I swallowed and opened my mouth. "Harmony…"

"Yes?" Her eyes sparkled in anticipation.

"You… have a thread loose there. On your sleeve," I finished lamely. Disappointment filled her eyes and Sage was frowning at me.

"Oh. Thanks for telling me. I'll go fix it."

Sage was almost glaring at me. "Jason…"

"Dance with me."

She blinked. "Don't you think you're asking the wrong girl?"

I groaned slightly and she sighed. "Fine."

We stepped onto the floor and I could feel fury coming from Roman in waves.

"He's glaring at me isn't he?"

"Who? Roman?" She glanced over my shoulder. "Yep."

"So… why didn't you ask Harmony? It's obvious you like her."

"I chickened out."

Sage giggled slightly. "I noticed. Just ask her. I promise she'll say yes."

"It's not her I'm worried about."

"Roman?"

"No." Well, now I'm nervous about Roman. I'm dancing with his girl… or who would be his girl if he grew a backbone.

"Riven, then."

"Him, I'm terrified of."

"Don't be. He wouldn't dare embarrass Harmony tonight. He has three daughters and wife who would kill him."

I barked out a laugh and Sage squeezed my shoulder. "Ask her to dance on the next slow song okay? No chickening out this time!"

"Alright, alright. Pushy woman."

She just laughed as the song ended and paused. "You do know if you hurt her in any way, you'll have two crazy sisters, one pissed off brother, two concerned parents, two angry specialists and five very scary fairies after you with only an amateur wizard to protect you right?"

"I kind of figured." Sage giggled again and disappeared into the crowd. I headed for the punch bowl and filled a cup. Dancing was thirstier work than I expected.

A heavy hand fell on my shoulder. I scowled and turned around expecting Roman to chew me out about my dance with Sage. Instead it was Riven and a man that looked vaguely familiar. He had long grayish black hair and eyes that made you feel like you were being examined. I knew that kind of look. Saladin gave it to the class every time I opened my mouth.

"So," he stated. "Your Jason."

"That's him," confirmed Riven, who looked vaguely amused. I frowned: things that amused Riven usually meant I'd either hate it or fear it.

"You're good friends with my Sage?"

I blinked. "Um. Yes?"

"How do you feel about nature? Art?"

"Um, I like camping. And I like Sage's stuff."

He nodded again slowly and walked away. Riven snorted and said, "Work on your left hooks before class. My eleven year old is better than you."

I blinked for the umpteenth time this evening and turned around to see a very pretty dark skinned woman watching Cayan and Logan dance.

She glanced at me and smiled. "Don't let Helia scare you. He's a pacifist, so he's harmless."

When she smiled, she looked like Cayan. "Was he Sage's dad or something?"

She laughed and nodded. "Are you Cayan's mom?"

"Bingo. Are you her friend?"

I shrugged. "Friend of a friend."

Cayan's mom smiled at me. "I'm Aisha. Nice to meet you."

"Jason. Nice to meet you too ma'am."

"Ugh, no ma'am. It makes me feel old." We laughed and she nodded at Logan. "Do you know him?"

"That's Logan. He's a good guy."

She beamed and reached out to squeeze my arm. "You both seem like nice boys. I don't know what the guys are so worried about. Our daughters can certainly take care of themselves."

I smirked. "I distinctly remember Sage warning me that if I hurt Harmony, I'd have a whole horde of pissed off people after me."

"Sounds about right. I think the wrong father questioned you."

I grimaced as Sage appeared at my side. "You're going to miss your dance with Harmony! Oh hi Aunt Aisha."

I left the two chatting women and looked for Harmony. I spotted her talking to Art and Shiloh. Artemis looked up and grinned before pulling Shiloh to the dance floor.

"Harmony?"

She turned and my throat constricted. She was giving me this hopeful look and she looked so beautiful… And so out of my league.

"Hi Jason."

I swallowed and said, "Willyoudancewithme?"

"…Sorry?"

I took a deep breath and pulled it all the way down to my toes. I also wished I had at least half the charm my dad did. The thought of my being like Pop made me even more nervous so I banished the thought.

"Will you dance with me?"

"Of course!" I had never seen a more beautiful smile as I took her hand and led her onto the dance floor. I glanced over the top of her head and saw Logan give me a thumbs-up while Cayan grinned at me. Roman was glowering at me but Sage was next to him, smiling away. I refocused my attention on Harmony and the music and a thrill went through me.

'I am the luckiest guy on the dance floor.'

Later that night, when everyone was gathered together, Shiloh said, "Well I don't know about you guys, but tonight has been amazing for me."

"Ditto," said Artemis, squeezing her hand. Roman just grunted and glanced my way. I raised and eyebrow and he grimaced. Sage caught it all and giggled. Harmony gave me a hug when everyone went up and I wish I had the nerve to kiss her.

Oh well. Maybe next time.

A/N: So, there's the ball. Who likes Jason?