The night had been so much fun, Octavius had almost forgotten his big plan. Almost.
The two were dancing together on the DJ table, having the time of their lives, when it happened. Ahkmenrah stopped the music and picked up a microphone.
"Alright, is everyone having a good time?"
Cheers.
"Well, I know I don't usually do this, but an anonymous exhibit has requested a slow song. So ladies and gents, go grab whatever gender you prefer, and get ready for some lovin'!" He gave Octavius the same wink he had used in their conversation earlier.
Suddenly "A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri blared from the speakers.
"Oh, c'mon!" Jedidiah cried, "Now what sap requested this?"
Octavius gulped. Jed was totally going to say no now! But he summoned every last bit of his courage and let it out.
"Jedidiah, will you dance with me?"
It felt so right to finally say it, and not just as a practice.
Jed was talking aback at first, and Octavius was afraid he would run away or call him some slur and wished so badly that he could turn back time. But after a few seconds, Jed's dropped jaw turned into a crooked smile and he was blushing furiously.
"Sure, partner."
And they danced.