The week of the party came. Yuuki wasn't too concerned about it, until she received a box, and a letter. She accepted them nervously. Opening the letter, she read:

Yuuki;

I wish you to come to the party tonight. Please accept, and wear this dress. Zero will pick you up around 9pm for me. Thank you for teaching him how to dance.

Kaname.

Yuuki was in a fit all day. How was she supposed to face them both for longer than a few minutes? She'd bee so awful. She still hadn't made up her mind either. She loved them both, she realized, and although that was unfair to them... she couldn't choose. She sighed heavily, anxiety and despair making her feet heavy as she tried to make it through the day.

Zero stood in front of her door, adjusting his suit at the last minute. It was black, of course, and he'd borrowed it from Kaname. He didn't like ties, so he'd dispensed with his, leaving his collar open. It bothered his neck when he wore tight collars. His pale skin and silver hair were scrubbed clean, and he ran his hand through his hair for the millionth time. It was important he got this right. Taking a deep breath, he knocked on the door.

"I'm coming!" A high pitched squeal from the other side answered. The door opened, and Zero felt his heart skip a beat. She was beautiful. She wore a cream colored off the shoulder dress, the skirt full and soft pink ribbons intwined in the stitching. A pink bow at hung at the front of the bodice, and little pink lace ruffles at the bottom almost scraped the floor. Her hair was down, with the sides pulled up and held together by a pink ribbon in the back. Her warm amber eyes looked up at him, a small blush on her cheeks. "I was just finishing up."

Zero smiled. "You look...absolutely beautiful". Yuuki's blush deepened, a strange smile on her face. Zero couldn't tell for sure, but it seemed somehow sad.

Holding his arm out to her, he said, "Shall we?"

Yuuki wrapped her arm through his. "We shall."

Yuuki gasped in awe as they entered the ballroom. The chandeliers were all lit up, hundreds and hundreds of candles everywhere. There were round tables surrounding the dance floor, covered with white table clothes and littered with rose petals. There were a lot of people, if people is what you'd call them. Vampires dancing around the dance floor, or talking in small groups. They were all so beautiful. She felt so out of place, the one human here. She was an intruder. They didn't treat her like one though. She received curious stares, sometimes even appreciative looks from the men. Some of the night class were there too, and Yuuki saw Aido wave merrily from a corner. Waving back, she froze when she saw Kaname,her heart feeling fluttery . If there were any words to best describe how he looked tonight, it would be Prince. Kaname's dark hair was the same as always, curling on his shoulders, against his neck. He was the same in most ways, except perhaps his suit. It looked slightly more antiquated than Zero's, with the white shirt ruffles peeking out at the wrists under the black coat, the shape and cut of it from another time. It reminded her of the Cinderella story. Surely, if anyone was the prince, it was Kaname. She watched as he smiled and talked with those that introduced themselves to him. Yuuki watched him with a growing feeling of sadness. Why couldn't she just choose one of them? She looked up at Zero, who was also staring at Kaname. Zero, with his rebellious nature and his serious eyes; those eyes, lavender and so beautiful. His pale silver hair was the same as usual, and although he was more dressed up, she noticed he'd left the tie out, smiling at the refusal. Then, she noticed something strange. His expression. She looked to make sure that he was still looking at Kaname, which he was. She looked back. Yes, that expression was because of Kaname. She wasn't quite sure what to make of it. If Zero had been a girl, she would have thought that...that they...Wait a minute! This was Zero she was thinking about. Zero didn't... like Kaname like that, of course he didn't. Zero wasn't... like that.. right? Zero looked down at her, and Yuuki felt her face going red. Zero looked confused.

"Shall we go over and say hello to Kaname sama?" Yuuki hurriedly asked. Zero led them across the ballroom floor, stopping in front of Kaname, who was leaning against a wall, chatting with some older noble vampire. Seeing them both, Kaname blinked a few times, almost as if he were surprised. "Excuse me Alejandro, I have to speak with someone." The older man left. He walked over to them, and took Yuuki's hand.

"You are the most lovely thing I've ever seen Yuuki." He kissed the back of her hand, and Yuuki felt slightly dizzy.

"Ka-Kaname sama." She glanced up worriedly at Zero. Zero didn't seem bothered. In fact, Yuuki was surprised at his lack of hostility toward Kaname for being so intimate.

"Ah, Zero kun. You look quite dashing as well." Zero's cheeks brightened a little, betraying the stoic look on his face that couldn't hide his blush. Kaname smiled, seemingly enjoying Zero's discomfort. Yuuki was really getting confused now.

"Well Yuuki, since this is a party, I am afraid I'm going to insist on asking you to dance with me."

Yuuki stuttered, not sure what to do. "Well, I ... if you're sure..."

Kaname swept her off toward the dance floor, not paying attention to her ramblings. Yuuki threw one last look over at Zero, who watched them leave with less than a strange look on his face.

Kaname held Yuuki close as they danced the waltz, enjoying the feel of her body against his. He knew she was uncomfortable with the intimacy, because he knew she enjoyed it as well. Her blush never left her face, even though she got lost in the moment and allowed herself to smile and laugh. He watched it all, wanting nothing more than to kick out these lousy vampires and have her to himself. He couldn't do that of course, so for now, this was enough.

Finally, the waltz ended. Warm with exertion, Kaname led Yuuki out to a balcony to get some air. The stars were out, filling the sky with diamonds, and Yuuki admired them, letting the breeze rustle her hair. She smelled wonderful, and Kaname felt himself edging closer to her.

"So, are you having a good time, Yuuki?"

She turned back to him, smiling. "Yes, this is a lovely party. Thank you for the dress, Kaname sama."

Kaname smiled at her insistence to adding the title. He suspected she was just too nervous to be more familiar. "Please Yuuki, just Kaname."

"V- very well."

She was too cute. Giving up, he pulled her into the shadows of the balcony.

She gasped. "Kaname s-Kaname, what are you doing?"

He laughed, feeling her shiver. "Nothing, dear Yuuki, I'm just stealing a quick kiss."

Before she could respond, his head lowered, crushing her lips with his. She was warm, and soft, and he moaned softly at the feel of her. She responded easily now, kissing him back with the same enthusiasm. He pushed her into the wall behind the door so no one would see them. He molded himself to her, feeling her softness under him. His hands balled in the material of the skirt, he pulled it up slowly, his hands sliding underneath.

Yuuki started to pull his hands back, her nerves not as strong as his. "No, Kaname sama, what will people think?!"

Kaname nibbled on her ear, ignoring her protests. "I told you, call me Kaname". His fingers slid up her leg, her skin soft against his fingers. They reached her thighs, feeling the lacy underwear she wore underneath. Groaning , his fingers played with the edges of them, Yuuki's feeble attempts to push him away only making him want her more. As his hand slid into the inside of her thigh, Yuuki couldn't help the soft yell that escaped her. "No, Kaname!" Kaname's hand came up, smothering the rest of her cry. His other hand continued it's exploration, moving the lace aside,touching her softly. She whimpered against his palm, and he smiled,sliding one delicate finger into her. Her gasp under his hand didn't make it far. Her face was red, but her heavy eyes and the small noises she was making let him know that she liked what he was doing to her, as embarrassed as she was. She was becoming wet, and Kaname fought to control himself, to take his time. She felt like velvet, and with a start, Kaname realized that he was shaking a little too. He was always so distant, so detached from everything, that it shocked him that he could feel so strongly with her. He played with her, not sliding all the way into her. She was a virgin after all. If he went too far, it would just hurt. He could feel hear her heart speeding up, feel the small tremors that were beginning make her body quake. He picked up the pace, going from casual slowness to something faster, something more intent. She struggled against him, prisoner to her passions, and before she could stop herself, she came, her back arching on it's own accord, convulsions wracking her body. Her long cry was muffled by his hand, and Kaname watched the emotions that crossed her face with wonder. This, right now, was the most beautiful he'd ever seen her. Her eyes had small tears dangling from the edge of her lashes, lost in the first discovery of what could be.

He slowly adjusted her dress, pulling it back down. She lay pliant in his arms, not prepared to stand yet. He kissed the teardrops away, and he heard her small sigh.

He held her for a few minutes, letting her recollect herself. Finally, he pulled away, looking down at her. She looked confused, happy, and sad all at the same time. Exactly how he wanted her. He bent down, kissing her forehead. " I love you Yuuki. I'll see you later."

He left her standing there in the shadows. Coming back inside, he saw Zero standing across the room, looking at him. He didn't look angry, he looked...disappointed. Poor thing, he wanted to be there with them. Kaname couldn't help the knowing smile that crossed his face. His gaze never left Zero's, as he raised his hand up to his face, licking his fingers slowly. Zero's eyes widened, the blush across his face visible from even that walked away, hiding behind a large stone column at the edge of the room. Chuckling, he walked over to him. "Ah, Zero, you are so fun to tease." They were hidden from the guests. Kaname closed in on him, pressing Zero into the pillar. "Come over later on tonight, and I'll do even worse to you."

Then Kaname kissed Zero, long and hard, sharing the taste of Yuuki between them. He pulled away, laughing at the stunned look on Zero's face. Kaname retired from the party, still laughing at Zero's expression. "It's your turn, Zero kun."

Yuuki left the party before she could see either Kaname, or Zero again. She was hot and lightheaded, not sure what she was thinking. Well, she knew one thing she felt; she felt good. What Kaname had done to her, had felt wonderful and new, and made it even harder on her to choose between them. When he'd walked away, leaving her there on the balcony, she'd felt like she was losing her mind. She wanted more. She didn't feel... complete. Something was missing, something she couldn't identify. She reached her door, opening it and going inside. Shutting it behind her, she sighed. The room was bathed in moonlight, the window's curtains wide open. Her friend, Yori, was visiting her parents for the week, and so she had the place to herself. Not bothering to turn the lights on, she reached up, pulling the pink ribbon from her hair. The sides cascaded down, and she massaged her scalp. She was in the process of unzipping her dress when she heard a small thunk from behind her. Whirling around, she gasped at the young man sitting against the wall behind the door, the shadows having kept him hidden. Pale skin and silver hair, lavender eyes. The suit coat was gone, leaving the white dress shirt rolled up to his elbows and his collar gaping open. The small earring in his ear glinted at her, and Yuuki's eyes widened. "Zero, what are you doing here!?"

"Hello Yuuki."