Confusedknight xxx
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Kel's eyes were wide and her face was drained of colour.
Lalasa was not the meek, timid girl she had been when she first worked for Kel, now she was a self-assured business woman and she took charge of the situation.
'Kel, it's just a dress which you will wear to the ball. In fact I will be back up here and six o'clock this evening to help you get ready.'
'And if I refuse?'
'I'll get Alanna involved,' threatened Lalasa as she left.
Kel flopped down onto her bed wondering what she had done to deserve such a punishment.
Kel spent that day down on the practise courts, taking her anger in the form of fighting. After lunch she tacked up Peachblossom and charged at the quintain and then at a hoop of willow.
As promised Lalasa turned up promptly at six o'clock armed with a large bag. Groaning Kel admitted her inside.
'Do I have t'
But she was interrupted by Lalasa's very firm 'Yes!'
Kel had already had a bath so Lalasa helped rub in some moisturiser. Kel didn't need the fake tan, as she had acquired a nice tan of her own, through wearing shorts and tank tops.
An hour and a half later Kel stood staring at her reflection in the mirror and Kel couldn't help but think she looked nice, but the dress… It was a strapless, skin tight dress, that was made of a shimmering material. When you first looked at it, it seemed to be a white with a tint of blue, but as Kel moved, the light danced on it making it seem a much stronger shade of blue. There were tiny, tiny, see-through beads sewn into tiny flower shapes, which caught the light and added decoration to the dress. Kel thought it was stunning, it was just the length that she didn't like. The dress only came down to halfway between her hip and her knees, very short, in fact revolutionarily short for a lady of Tortall. To be on the safe side Kel had put on tiny hot pants underneath.
Her shiny, chestnut hair hung in loose curls around her shoulders. Her lips were glossy and her eyes were lined with tiny amounts of kohl, giving Kel a mysterious look, that accentuated nicely with her hazel eyes. Tiny sapphire ear studs were just visible under her shiny hair. On her wrist was a sliver bracelet and on her feet were delicate shoes with thin straps around her ankle.
A knock on the door brought her back to her senses, it was Dom, come to escort her to the mid-summers ball.
'Good-luck.' Whispered Lalasa, and Kel left.
Dom's P.O.V.
Suddenly the door opened to reveal Kel and she looked stunning. Her smooth, defined shape, her hair looked amazing now she had grown it and her eyes…
'Do you intend to stand here all night?' Asked Kel, embarrassed at the fact that Dom was openly staring at her.
'Uh…right…the ball…lets go…Kel you look amazing.'
'Thanks, so do you, I'll be the most envied girl at court with you for a partner.'
'Nonsense, you'll be envied because of how gorgeous you look, not because of your dance partner.'
They continued walking, an embarrassed silence hanging over the air.
When they reached the outside of the great hall, which had undoubtedly been turned into an amazing ball room, they were shepherded into a smaller chamber.
'What's going on?' Asked Kel.
'Um, it's a custom at the mid-summer ball, all unmarried couples are introduced.'
Kel's mouth suddenly felt very dry, introduced. Everyone would be watching… The herald called, 'Lady Knight Keladry of Mindelan, Protector of the Small and Sergeant Domitian of Masbolle of the King's own.'
Dom gave her hand a squeeze and together they entered the ball room. Everyone was silent, immobile. Raoul thought, you have to hand it to them, they make a spectacular couple, Dom with his easy going ways and Kel with all her shyness that gave her a mysterious air.
Cleon stood transfixed, was that really Kel? She looked so beautiful tonight, his wife sniffed next to him, bringing him back to reality. He was married, she was with another man, its over, he thought and he decided it would be easier for both of them if they didn't meet tonight.
Meanwhile Dom and Kel walked up to the Royal couple, Dom bowed low and Kel, unsure of whether to bow or curtsey, sort of bobbed her head while bending her knees. Thayet smiled and mouthed, 'Wonderful dress!'
As the next couple were introduced, Kel and Dom went to stand with Yuki and Neal.
Eventually everyone had been introduced and the ball began, the orchestra playing beautiful waltzes and serenades.
'Would you like to dance?' Asked Dom.
'Isn't that why we're here?' Said Kel her eyes sparkling. And together the two of them made their way onto the dance floor and began to dance, Dom was a very good dancer and whirled Kel about effortlessly. When the music slowed, Dom pulled Kel in close and they danced slowly, Kel rested her head on his shoulder and his arms were wrapped around her waist.
Buri and Raoul watched from the side, they couldn't slow dance very well, due to the height difference between them (Buri ended up resting her head on the top of his stomach…)
'You know, I really think they're perfect for each other.' Commented Buri.
'Yes, they are. But the real question is, do they realise it?' Raoul replied, winking at Dom who had just caught his eye.
'Well they'd better do with all the amount of trouble we've gone through.' Grumbled Buri.
'What do you mean?'
'Well, the whole rebellion, apart from it being nice to wear shorts, was to get Dom to notice Kel.'
'So when Alanna made Kel wear that swimming costume…'
'It was all to get Dom to realise how much he loved her.'
'And the fact that Kel nearly drowned, please don't tell me that was planned.'
'Nope, I think Alanna sees that as an added bonus.'
Raoul chuckled, and as the music changed back into a fast waltz he spun Buri onto the dance floor, lifting her completely off the floor.
Kel and Dom whirled around, aware only of the music and their two bodies dancing. The music seemed to get quicker and Kel found herself becoming increasingly more dizzy as the dance whirled her around.
The couple managed to get off the dance floor without causing any disruption, except from knocking the hat of a large, plump looking lady.
'Quick come round here, she's looking our way.' Hissed Kel and she pulled Dom round behind a column.
'Do you need some fresh air?' Asked Dom.
'Yes.' And giggling about how Lady Podny would have the castle up in arms because her hat got trampled, the lovesick couple made their way onto a veranda where they could stare up into the starry sky.
Just then the band began to play a different song, this time with a vocalist.
(-a/n- Slightly altered lyrics to I don't want a lot for Christmas!)
I don't want a lot for Summer
There's just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Given on mid-summers eve
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true.
All I want for Summer Is you...
I don't want a lot for Summer
There's just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Given on mid-summers eve
I don't need the gifts or presents
From my friends and family
For these gifts won't make me happy
When I wake on Mid-summer's day
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for summer is you
You baby...
I won't ask for much this Summer
I don't even want a tie
I'm just gonna keep on waiting
Underneath the summer sky
'Cause I just want you here tonight
Holding on to me so tight
What more can I do?
Baby all I want for Summer is you You...
All the lights are shining
So brightly everywhere
And the sound of children's Laughter fills the air
And everyone is singing
I hear those church bells ringing
Mithros won't you bring me the one I really need -
won't you please bring my baby to me...
Oh I don't want a lot for Summer
This is all I'm asking for
I just want to see baby
Standing right outside my door
Oh I just want her for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
Baby all I want for summer is You...
All I want for Summer is you baby...
All I want in my life is you ...
As the song began Dom said softly.
'Lady Knight, would you care for a dance?'
'I'm all yours.' Said Kel grinning wickedly.
And together they slowed danced underneath the Summer's sky. As the song ended, they didn't break apart, but stood embracing each other.
Kel murmured into his neck, 'I love you.'
Dom let go and stepped back from Kel, who looked startled. He had been going over what he wanted to say all evening in his mind, but as he faced Kel, he got down on one knee and said simply, 'Kel, would you do my the highest honour and consent to be my bride?
Kel stood dumbfounded. 'Wha…'
'Will you marry me.'
Kel suddenly smiled broadly, 'No question has ever been easier to answer... Yes!'
And Dom got up and placed a ring on her finger, he then drew into a long kiss. And as if right on cue, the orchestra began to play 'All I want for Summer Is you,' again, but this time without accompaniment.
(-a/n- Ha! I loved writing that end! I hope you enjoyed it, were you expecting a proposal? I hope you like the song fic, Queenoftheostlers and I had great fun changing the lyrics to fit the situation! Please review!)
Confusedknight xx