A/N: Ohiyo readers! I'm here with chapter 3. Things really start to heat up in this chapter and don't worry; it's longer than the others! BTW, Mint may seem a bit OOC in this chapter with her shyness. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE read and review! I need more reviewers!!! Well anyways, on with chapter 3 to Dancing for Love!
DANCING FOR LOVE
Chapter 3: Did I Make It?
As Mint exited Café Mew Mew in her dance outfit, which was composed of a dark blue leotard, a light blue ballet skirt, white tights, and toe ballet slippers which she could not yet put on until she reached her destination, she immediately got the uneasy feeling that someone was watching her. She carefully observed her surroundings to make sure nothing seemed suspicious or out of place.
It must be because I'm nervous about try-outs, she thought. She continued to stroll down the sidewalk as she paid close attention to the street signs. Ok…I'm on Shiira Road. Only a few more blocks until I reach Shizuka Avenue, she thought to herself as she happily ignored the disturbing vibes that were present earlier.
Okay, as most of you probably already know, the pair of eyes that were spying on the Mew Mews turned out to be the ever-so-popular, green-haired alien, Kish.
"Hmmm…why is she in her cute little dance outfit? It's not time for her ballet lessons yet, is it?" Kish asked himself as he glanced at the big clock in Tokyo Square. It read, "1:23 PM." But according to human time, she leaves everyday at "4:00 PM," he thought as he stared at the clock. "I wonder what she's up to? Meh…guess I'll just have to find out!" He smirked and continued to follow the unusually cheerful girl.
"Ok…according to the street signs, I'm already on Shizuka Avenue, so where is it?" Mint asked no one in particular, not realizing she was talking out loud. "Uh…Oh! There it is!" she exclaimed excitedly as she stared at the large white dance studio. In blue letters at the top, "TOKYO ACADEMY OF BALLET: HOME OF THE STARS," was painted. Oh…my…god! My future as a Prima Donna…this is what it all comes down to! She thought as she ran inside the building, still completely oblivious to the fact that she was being stalked.
"…Tokyo Academy of Ballet, eh? This isn't where she usually goes…hmph. Fancy. This must be what she was so excited about…I should take a closer look," Kish whispered to himself as he crept up to one of the side windows.
As Mint entered the building, she became very nervous yet she was extremely happy at the same time. Of course she was confident in herself, but as she looked around more, she realized that only the best of the best could make it here. Can I really do this? She thought as she observed the numerous trophies, metals, and certificates. I mean, I know I'm decent, but…am I really Prima material? Ah well…I guess it's worth a shot. I didn't come here for nothing. She walked up to the desk to ask about registration and try-outs.
"Excuse me?" Mint asked. The lady looked up. She was wearing a button down white collared shirt, a black knee-length business skirt, tan stockings, black buckle high heels, and red-lined glasses. Her red hair was tied back neatly in a bun at the center of her head.
"Oh, just a second hun!" she exclaimed, struggling to put the papers she was looking at. She leaned forward. "How may I help you?"
"Uh, y-yes, I was wondering if I could maybe try out for your competition?" Mint was very shy. She didn't know what the lady would think of her.
"Oh, wonderful!" the lady seemed excited. "Call me Mrs. Hidoshi," she insisted.
"O-okay, Mrs. Hidoshi," Mint obliged.
"Well, you certainly do look prepared," Mrs. Hidoshi pointed out. "Come over here and have a seat. I'm going to ask you a few questions while you put on your toe shoes."
"Great!" Mint replied. She now felt more comfortable, knowing that Mrs. Hidoshi was so nice. She followed her to the cushioned bench.
"Competition?...You mean, she's going to compete in dance competition? And she's going to try out now?" Kish asked himself from outside the window. He'd listened to every single word of the conversation involving Mint. "Hahaha! Maybe I can do something to screw her up in front of the judges, like throw in a Kimera Anima! That's brilliant! She's a Mew Mew, so she deserves it!"
"Okay, Miss Aizawa, are you ready to show us the true art of ballet?" Mrs. Hidoshi asked Mint, who was more determined than ever.
"You bet!" Mint answered with a burning desire to win in the bottom of her heart.
"Then get out there and show us what you're made of!" Mrs. Hidoshi encouraged. Mint walked into the huge arena with nothing but confidence on her side.
Meanwhile, outside the studio, Kish had floated up to one of bigger windows to get a better view, and a better aim for the Anima. "Maybe…I shouldn't do this. She obviously wants to win really bad…and she does look kinda cute…Ack! What the hell am I saying!? I only love Ichigo…sigh…let me get the Kimera Anima ready," Kish said as a small parasite-like alien appeared above his open hand.
Mint stood in the middle of the arena while the judges prepared the music. The song would be "Midnight Moonlight" by a Russian composer. She told Mrs. Hidoshi that she'd danced to the song before, so she knew it very well.
"Are you ready, Miss Aizawa?" one of the male judges asked to make sure she was properly prepared.
"Absolutely," Mint responded, knowing that she would impress the judges with what she had in store.
"Okay, the music will start in exactly…fifteen seconds," the judge warned. Mint took in a deep breath. She looked out the window to see the beautiful relaxing crystal blue sky. For a split-second, she saw what appeared to be a blur of green, red, black, and two very tiny gold spots. She had recognized those colors. No way…it can't be…impossible. He wouldn't be here anyway. She released the breath she took in earlier.
Suddenly, the music started. The spotlights came down on her. She started out with a simple third position pose, and then leapt into about seven 360 degree full-circle spins. As the music gradually progressed in speed, so did Mint. She balanced on her toes perfectly, and her movements were flawless. She was matching the music without any trouble. She leapt into the air, and got in about four or five spins. It was a beautiful performance, so graceful…but Mint realized that the big finish, which she could never seem to get right, was coming up. She felt confident though; she felt she could do anything. She decided to take that risk. She bounced into the air, spinning one time. She landed on one foot, while the other was pointed outward above her head. Her arms were balancing her entire body, and both feet were pointed professionally. She stood perfectly, almost like a statue. She didn't move an inch. Then, the music stopped. She let the pose go. Breathing heavily, she looked at the judges, desperate to see their expressions. They just stared at Mint. This shocked her a bit. She couldn't tell if it was a "you were amazing" look, or if it was a "that was terrible; go home and don't come back" look. She decided to make the first move.
"…So…did I make it…?"
A/N: And that was chapter 3! It was okay, but the actual dance itself was…meh. I have terrible description skills…so if you read this, please review it! Thank you! Oh and, MWAHAHAHAHA! My first cliffy! YAY!!!
(Tokyo Mew Mew does not belong to me. Though I wish it did…)