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Chapter 11 The Dance
A week has already passed since Oliver and I got together. Tonight is the big dance and I'm nervous and excited. Hermione's coming over in a few minutes so I can help her get ready. I hope she has a good time. She deserves it.
"Ok. I'm here. I hope I'm not too early." Hermione said as she entered holding her dress.
"Not a problem. You can go change in there. I hope you don't mind, but Novelle and Sylvia are going to be getting ready too." I said over my shoulder as I pulled my dress out of the closet.
"I can't wait to see Ron when he sees me. He'll be very surprised." She giggled.
"He is going to be speechless." I smiled.
"So, what do we do?" Hermione asked looking at her reflection in the mirror.
"First we are going to do your hair. Now how do you want it done? We can curl, twist, braid, straighten, dye or anything you want." I explained.
"I think I'd like it curled." Hermione answered.
I plugged in my muggle curling iron and told her I was changing into my dress. I smiled and came out. The curling iron was ready so I started to curl her hair and by the time she was done she had the biggest grin on her face I didn't even think it was possible.
"Ok I'm waiting up here until Ron comes out. I'm not too thrilled about waiting down there with his older brothers. They can get to be a little too much." She smirked.
"I know exactly what you mean." I nodded.
"Hey! Hermione, your dress is beautiful. And your hair looks so cute and all curly." Novelle complimented.
"You look great, but you might wanna go and save Ron. His brothers are down there scaring him. Fred and George, when will they ever learn?" Sylvia laughed.
"Thank you. I'll see you all there. Bye." Hermione happily waved.
"You two are already ready. Why are you still here?" I asked curiously.
"We just wanted to see your dress. It's gorgeous. Oliver's going to flip!" Sylvia exclaimed.
"He'll be speechless. He'll droll. You look like a Princess." Novelle smiled at me.
"She is a Princess. So are you. We'll see you in a little while. And remember to tell us all about Oliver's reaction." Sylvia waved as they went downstairs. All noise downstairs ceased. All I could hear was 'WOW' coming from one of the twins.
I put my hair up in a complicated twist. It looked pretty. I took one last look into the mirror and made my way downstairs to see Oliver. He was waiting at the bottom waiting for me. When I came down his jaw dropped and he was speechless.
"Well, what do you think?" I asked, hoping he'd like it.
"You look amazing. You always look beautiful, but this, is just. wow. You look gorgeous!" He stuttered.
"Thank you. You look great too." I blushed and I felt the tips of my pointy ears turn red.
"You're blushing. The tips of your ears are turning red." He smirked playfully.
"Oh stop. Let's go." I grabbed his arm and we left.
We were both grinning like idiots the whole way to the dance. I felt shy and yet comfortable around Oliver. We'd known each other for five years and had only been friends. I'd liked him for three years and our relationship was just starting. I already knew Oliver was the only one for me, and would always be. The funny thing about us elves is that we only truly love once. If that love is not returned we die of sorrow. I didn't have to worry about that though, I knew Oliver and I were in love, even if we hadn't actually said the words yet.
"Ready to go in?" Oliver asked as we approached the large wooden doors.
"Positive." I sighed.
As we walked in we were swarmed by girls of all ages commenting on my dress and begging Oliver to dance with them.
"Look! There's Hermione and Ron! Aren't they adorable?" I pointed them out. They were dancing with the happiest faces I'd ever seen. When Hermione saw us the mouthed 'thank you' and snuggled closer to Ron.
"Would you like to dance or relax?" Oliver asked sweetly.
"Dance please." I replied instantly.
We'd danced before, but this was different. Last time it was to help teach a friend. I slowly slid my arms up around his neck. He gently placed his hands on my waist. I leaned my head on his chest and sighed in contentment. We stayed that way for a while until he suggested we get punch.
"Wait here. I'll be right back." He walked over to the table where some of his friends greeted him. With my elvish hearing I could hear them.
"Wood, your girlfriend looks great." One patted him on the back.
"I know. It's hard to keep my eyes off of her. I don't know what I did to deserve her. I'm just glad I'm with her." He told them.
"So are you two going to spend some time alone in her room afterward?" A second voice asked. I was ticked upon hearing his rude and low question. Is that all men think about? I wondered.
"What are you talking about? I'd never do that! I love her and I'd never do that to her. Maybe some other time when we're ready, but not in the first week. I just hope you don't take advantage of anyone like that. If you do you're a fool." Oliver snapped. I almost cried upon hearing his answer. That was the sweetest thing I'd ever heard before.
"Hi. Sorry I took so long. I was talking for a minute." He apologized.
" I don't mind. I'm just glad you're back." I hugged him.
"So what do you want to do?" He held my hand.
"I'd like to relax for a while. If you don't mind." I answered.
"No problem. So, are you enjoying yourself?" He stared at me lovingly.
"Very much nin callon." I said the last part in Sindarin.
"What does that mean?" He said curiously.
"It means my hero in Sindarin." I replied.
"But I'm no hero." He turned his head slightly.
"But you are. Every person has a different standard of heroes. You more then qualify if you ask me." I insisted.
"How so?" He asked.
"You promise that you won't get mad?" I asked.
"Promise." He swore.
"Because I'm an elf I have extremely advanced hearing. The thing is I'm still adapting, so sometimes I can hear like an elf, and sometimes not. When you were over getting punch, I heard what that one guy asked. I was shocked and pleased by your answer. Most men, weather they meant it or not would've said yes. But you told them no, and just how wrong it is. For that I think you are pretty heroic. You may not realize it Oli, but your opinion means a lot to a lot of people. You may have just saved a girl from doing one of the most regrettable things of our school career." I answered.
"Wow. You think so?" He said obviously shocked.
"I know so." I grabbed his other hand and pulled him onto the dance floor. I leaned up and kissed him sweetly.
"Wait here. I'll be right back." He commanded without further explanation.
I heard the beginning of my favorite muggle song from Avril Lavigne playing throughout the room. I saw Oli coming back to me with a shy smile.
"Close your eyes." Oliver whispered behind my back. So I did as I was told. I felt something being slid around my neck.
"Now open your eyes." He commanded.
I did and to my astonishment on my neck was a beautiful amethyst necklace. I was in awe. I could hardly breathe. I looked up at him to see the happiest look upon his face.
"Oliver. it's beautiful. Thank you." I breathed speechlessly.
"It brings out your eyes." He slid his arms around my waist and started dancing.
I'm talking out my hair
I'm pulling at my clothes
I'm trying to keep my cool
I know it shows
I'm staring at my feet
My checks are turning red
I'm searching for the words inside my head
(Cause) I'm feeling nervous
Trying to be so perfect
Cause I know you're worth it
You're worth it
Yeah
If I could say what I want to say
I wanna blow you... away
Be with you every night
Am I squeezing you too tight
If I could say what I want to see
I want to see you go down
On one knee
Marry me today
Yes, I'm wishing my life away
With these things I'll never say
It don't do me any good
It's just a waste of time
What use is it to you
What's on my mind
If ain't coming out
We're not going anywhere
So why can't I just tell you that I care
I'm feeling nervous Trying to be so perfect Cause I know you're worth it You're worth it Yeah
If I could say what I want to say I want to blow you. away Be with you every night Am I squeezing you too tight If I could say what I want to see I want to see you go down On one knee Marry me today Yes I'm wishing my life away With these things I'll never say
What's wrong with my tongue
These words keep slipping away
I stutter, I stumble
Like I've got nothing to say
I'm feeling nervous Trying to be so perfect Cause I know you're worth it You're worth it Yeah
Yes I'm wishing my life away with these things I'll never say
If I could say what I want to say
I'd say what about you
Be with you every night
Am I squeezing you too tight
If I could say what I want to see
I want to see you go down
On one knee
Marry me today
Yes, I'm wishing my life away
With these things I'll never say
These things I'll never say
"Thank you. For everything. For the dance, the necklace, the song the entire night, and just for being you." I hugged him gratefully.
"You're welcome, and thank you for being here with me. I'm the luckiest guy alive to have a girlfriend like you." He added.
"Ladies and gentlemen, may I have your attention? This is the last song, and last chance to get one last dance in before we close." Professor Dumbledore announced.
Oliver and I enjoyed the last dance and went back and laughed over everything. He walked me up the stairs and to my room. He said he'd be back in a few minutes with one last surprise.
I changed into my blue tank top and black flannel pants. I waited on my bed for him to come in when I found a note on my bed.
I had a great time tonight and I was wondering if you'd be interested in maybe accompanying me to dinner sometime. See you later and sweet dreams.
F. Weasley
I laughed and placed it on the right bed. Oli stepped in still in his suit and handed me a bouquet of two dozen roses.
"You are the greatest, sweetest, most wonderful, angelic, perfect boyfriend. You are too sweet. Thank you. Tonight has been the greatest night of my life. Thank you Oliver." I flung my arms around his neck and pulled his head down to mine and gave him a long, breath-taking kiss.
"Goodnight." He kissed my cheek and walked back to his room.
"Goodnight." I waved. I ran to put the flowers in water, and fell into the best sleep I'd ever had.
Chapter 11 The Dance
A week has already passed since Oliver and I got together. Tonight is the big dance and I'm nervous and excited. Hermione's coming over in a few minutes so I can help her get ready. I hope she has a good time. She deserves it.
"Ok. I'm here. I hope I'm not too early." Hermione said as she entered holding her dress.
"Not a problem. You can go change in there. I hope you don't mind, but Novelle and Sylvia are going to be getting ready too." I said over my shoulder as I pulled my dress out of the closet.
"I can't wait to see Ron when he sees me. He'll be very surprised." She giggled.
"He is going to be speechless." I smiled.
"So, what do we do?" Hermione asked looking at her reflection in the mirror.
"First we are going to do your hair. Now how do you want it done? We can curl, twist, braid, straighten, dye or anything you want." I explained.
"I think I'd like it curled." Hermione answered.
I plugged in my muggle curling iron and told her I was changing into my dress. I smiled and came out. The curling iron was ready so I started to curl her hair and by the time she was done she had the biggest grin on her face I didn't even think it was possible.
"Ok I'm waiting up here until Ron comes out. I'm not too thrilled about waiting down there with his older brothers. They can get to be a little too much." She smirked.
"I know exactly what you mean." I nodded.
"Hey! Hermione, your dress is beautiful. And your hair looks so cute and all curly." Novelle complimented.
"You look great, but you might wanna go and save Ron. His brothers are down there scaring him. Fred and George, when will they ever learn?" Sylvia laughed.
"Thank you. I'll see you all there. Bye." Hermione happily waved.
"You two are already ready. Why are you still here?" I asked curiously.
"We just wanted to see your dress. It's gorgeous. Oliver's going to flip!" Sylvia exclaimed.
"He'll be speechless. He'll droll. You look like a Princess." Novelle smiled at me.
"She is a Princess. So are you. We'll see you in a little while. And remember to tell us all about Oliver's reaction." Sylvia waved as they went downstairs. All noise downstairs ceased. All I could hear was 'WOW' coming from one of the twins.
I put my hair up in a complicated twist. It looked pretty. I took one last look into the mirror and made my way downstairs to see Oliver. He was waiting at the bottom waiting for me. When I came down his jaw dropped and he was speechless.
"Well, what do you think?" I asked, hoping he'd like it.
"You look amazing. You always look beautiful, but this, is just. wow. You look gorgeous!" He stuttered.
"Thank you. You look great too." I blushed and I felt the tips of my pointy ears turn red.
"You're blushing. The tips of your ears are turning red." He smirked playfully.
"Oh stop. Let's go." I grabbed his arm and we left.
We were both grinning like idiots the whole way to the dance. I felt shy and yet comfortable around Oliver. We'd known each other for five years and had only been friends. I'd liked him for three years and our relationship was just starting. I already knew Oliver was the only one for me, and would always be. The funny thing about us elves is that we only truly love once. If that love is not returned we die of sorrow. I didn't have to worry about that though, I knew Oliver and I were in love, even if we hadn't actually said the words yet.
"Ready to go in?" Oliver asked as we approached the large wooden doors.
"Positive." I sighed.
As we walked in we were swarmed by girls of all ages commenting on my dress and begging Oliver to dance with them.
"Look! There's Hermione and Ron! Aren't they adorable?" I pointed them out. They were dancing with the happiest faces I'd ever seen. When Hermione saw us the mouthed 'thank you' and snuggled closer to Ron.
"Would you like to dance or relax?" Oliver asked sweetly.
"Dance please." I replied instantly.
We'd danced before, but this was different. Last time it was to help teach a friend. I slowly slid my arms up around his neck. He gently placed his hands on my waist. I leaned my head on his chest and sighed in contentment. We stayed that way for a while until he suggested we get punch.
"Wait here. I'll be right back." He walked over to the table where some of his friends greeted him. With my elvish hearing I could hear them.
"Wood, your girlfriend looks great." One patted him on the back.
"I know. It's hard to keep my eyes off of her. I don't know what I did to deserve her. I'm just glad I'm with her." He told them.
"So are you two going to spend some time alone in her room afterward?" A second voice asked. I was ticked upon hearing his rude and low question. Is that all men think about? I wondered.
"What are you talking about? I'd never do that! I love her and I'd never do that to her. Maybe some other time when we're ready, but not in the first week. I just hope you don't take advantage of anyone like that. If you do you're a fool." Oliver snapped. I almost cried upon hearing his answer. That was the sweetest thing I'd ever heard before.
"Hi. Sorry I took so long. I was talking for a minute." He apologized.
" I don't mind. I'm just glad you're back." I hugged him.
"So what do you want to do?" He held my hand.
"I'd like to relax for a while. If you don't mind." I answered.
"No problem. So, are you enjoying yourself?" He stared at me lovingly.
"Very much nin callon." I said the last part in Sindarin.
"What does that mean?" He said curiously.
"It means my hero in Sindarin." I replied.
"But I'm no hero." He turned his head slightly.
"But you are. Every person has a different standard of heroes. You more then qualify if you ask me." I insisted.
"How so?" He asked.
"You promise that you won't get mad?" I asked.
"Promise." He swore.
"Because I'm an elf I have extremely advanced hearing. The thing is I'm still adapting, so sometimes I can hear like an elf, and sometimes not. When you were over getting punch, I heard what that one guy asked. I was shocked and pleased by your answer. Most men, weather they meant it or not would've said yes. But you told them no, and just how wrong it is. For that I think you are pretty heroic. You may not realize it Oli, but your opinion means a lot to a lot of people. You may have just saved a girl from doing one of the most regrettable things of our school career." I answered.
"Wow. You think so?" He said obviously shocked.
"I know so." I grabbed his other hand and pulled him onto the dance floor. I leaned up and kissed him sweetly.
"Wait here. I'll be right back." He commanded without further explanation.
I heard the beginning of my favorite muggle song from Avril Lavigne playing throughout the room. I saw Oli coming back to me with a shy smile.
"Close your eyes." Oliver whispered behind my back. So I did as I was told. I felt something being slid around my neck.
"Now open your eyes." He commanded.
I did and to my astonishment on my neck was a beautiful amethyst necklace. I was in awe. I could hardly breathe. I looked up at him to see the happiest look upon his face.
"Oliver. it's beautiful. Thank you." I breathed speechlessly.
"It brings out your eyes." He slid his arms around my waist and started dancing.
I'm talking out my hair
I'm pulling at my clothes
I'm trying to keep my cool
I know it shows
I'm staring at my feet
My checks are turning red
I'm searching for the words inside my head
(Cause) I'm feeling nervous
Trying to be so perfect
Cause I know you're worth it
You're worth it
Yeah
If I could say what I want to say
I wanna blow you... away
Be with you every night
Am I squeezing you too tight
If I could say what I want to see
I want to see you go down
On one knee
Marry me today
Yes, I'm wishing my life away
With these things I'll never say
It don't do me any good
It's just a waste of time
What use is it to you
What's on my mind
If ain't coming out
We're not going anywhere
So why can't I just tell you that I care
I'm feeling nervous Trying to be so perfect Cause I know you're worth it You're worth it Yeah
If I could say what I want to say I want to blow you. away Be with you every night Am I squeezing you too tight If I could say what I want to see I want to see you go down On one knee Marry me today Yes I'm wishing my life away With these things I'll never say
What's wrong with my tongue
These words keep slipping away
I stutter, I stumble
Like I've got nothing to say
I'm feeling nervous Trying to be so perfect Cause I know you're worth it You're worth it Yeah
Yes I'm wishing my life away with these things I'll never say
If I could say what I want to say
I'd say what about you
Be with you every night
Am I squeezing you too tight
If I could say what I want to see
I want to see you go down
On one knee
Marry me today
Yes, I'm wishing my life away
With these things I'll never say
These things I'll never say
"Thank you. For everything. For the dance, the necklace, the song the entire night, and just for being you." I hugged him gratefully.
"You're welcome, and thank you for being here with me. I'm the luckiest guy alive to have a girlfriend like you." He added.
"Ladies and gentlemen, may I have your attention? This is the last song, and last chance to get one last dance in before we close." Professor Dumbledore announced.
Oliver and I enjoyed the last dance and went back and laughed over everything. He walked me up the stairs and to my room. He said he'd be back in a few minutes with one last surprise.
I changed into my blue tank top and black flannel pants. I waited on my bed for him to come in when I found a note on my bed.
I had a great time tonight and I was wondering if you'd be interested in maybe accompanying me to dinner sometime. See you later and sweet dreams.
F. Weasley
I laughed and placed it on the right bed. Oli stepped in still in his suit and handed me a bouquet of two dozen roses.
"You are the greatest, sweetest, most wonderful, angelic, perfect boyfriend. You are too sweet. Thank you. Tonight has been the greatest night of my life. Thank you Oliver." I flung my arms around his neck and pulled his head down to mine and gave him a long, breath-taking kiss.
"Goodnight." He kissed my cheek and walked back to his room.
"Goodnight." I waved. I ran to put the flowers in water, and fell into the best sleep I'd ever had.