In the King's Castle in Cinderella World, Silver is in one of the guest rooms with the Disney princesses helping him get ready to meet Anthony. There's so much to do for Silver to get all dressed up so the princesses will make sure he's all prepping and beautiful to meet the redhead young man.

The first thing they did was help Silver wash his hair and then dry it out, using a towel and some spray to make sure that it was completely dry before styling his curly hair. The next step was applying makeup which took quite a long time because each princess had to try many different combinations until they found what looked best with the dress they picked out for him for this day.

After that, they help him put on undergarments such as chemise, bloomers, stockings, and corsets. Then they placed a cage crinoline around his waist and next was the petticoat itself. Lastly came the most important part: putting on the gown. This gown came with separated pieces, the bodice piece and the skirt piece.

While they laced up the bodice, Silver tried to hide the fact that he was feeling nervous about properly meeting Anthony. He didn't want to let them know how he felt or else they might think that he wasn't confident enough to go through with the introduction.

"Are you alright?" Aurora asks.

"To be honest," Silver replied, "I'm actually really scared."

"Why?" Rapunzel asked as she tied the ribbon around his neck, making sure it's nice and tight.

Silver hesitated for a moment and just started talking. "It's just that…. Anthony is the human persona of my former partner Staghart. I fell in love with him and we dated for about five years, but then we broke up. Now that I have learned to find out that his human avatar turned out to be real, I don't know if it'll feel right to introduce myself to Anthony."

"Is that why you're so nervous?" Belle asked.

Silver nodded, "Yeah... I mean, this may sound silly..."

"No," said Snow White. "Don't be embarrassed about admitting your feelings. It's only natural to feel shy and intimidated when you face someone who reminds you of your former partner."

"But why am I so scared?" Silver complained, "I've been with Staghart for about five years, and it hasn't made me feel like this. Why does it make me so uneasy now that it's Anthony?"

"That's because he was the one who truly captured your heart," Cinderella told him, "and Anthony no doubt felt the same way when he first met you, but he isn't Staghart. While yes Staghart took his look as his human form but that doesn't mean that every aspect of his personality is just like him. You can talk to him and share your thoughts freely with him because you know there's nothing going to be held back once you're ready."

Silver sighed, "You're right. I guess I should stop being afraid and just let things flow naturally."

Once Silver is done getting dressed, the princesses escort him down the stairs to meet the redhead. He took a deep breath and his heart started beating faster when they made their ways to where the Prince and Anthony are at.

"Oh, Anthony, I promise," Prince told Anthony, who was looking at the castle garden through the window in the drawing room of the castle while the maids set up the afternoon lunch. "You are going to love him, I just know it!" He insisted, placing his hand on his shoulder.

Anthony gave a nod and smiled back. "Thank you, your royal highness." He said. "I just hope so."

Prince grinned widely, "Trust me, you will." He reassured him. "Silver is the most wonderful and kindhearted person I have ever met. He would never hurt anyone, not even an insect. Silver is alway willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needs it. No matter how little the task or big the problem is, he is always there to help! He cares for everyone and everything, no exceptions. He is always thinking about others. His soul is gentle and pure, just like his heart."

Anthony nodded and blushed slightly, "He's the most wonderful of all."

The doors were then opened revealing the staff of the castle to introduce 'Mister Silver Willow'.

"Come on, Silver, don't be shy." Ariel's voice said, speaking to Silver while guiding him toward the drawing room. The sound of princesses giggling can be heard outside of the door.

Silver let out an sighed before he stepped into the room wearing a beautiful satin floor-length dress in dusty pink. It featured an off the shoulder boned bodice corset which has a pointed waistline, and has draped and puffed material at the shoulder and a two tiers of white accordion pleated edging the necklace with a scalloped edge. The bottom of the bell-shaped skirt itself is trimmed with multiple layers of different sizes of ivory pearls which gives the effect of fish scales. His hairstyle and his split bang remain the same but it's done in the half up half down looks with white clematis flowers pinned and put on matching low pump slippers including this thin satin choker around his neck with a simple white drop-shape pearl in the center, below the elbow length white glove wand his dewy pink makeup look feature some blush on the apples of his cheekbones with an illuminating liquid highlighter and pinkish nude eyeshadow shade all over his lids.

"Oh, Anthony, isn't he a vision?" The Prince was impressed.

Anthony was indeed captivated by Silver's look. The most delicate creature of all.

"Silver, do come closer. I want to introduce you to Lord Anthony Draventon, my protege," The Prince greeted as Anthony walked to Silver. "Which I am sure you already know."

As the two stood next to each other and gazed into each other's eyes. Anthony was truly mezzanine by Silver appearance, he's glowing underneath the sunlight shining through the window.

"You… you look wonderful." Anthony carefully took his arm and kissed his knuckle.

Silver smiled bashfully as he blushed. "Thank you… you look wonderful too!" He said before dipped into a curtsy with his head bow down. "So wonderful in your royal guard outfit!"

Anthony was indeed looking wonderful, even in his royal guard uniform. His red hair is tied back in a ponytail and he also sported a sideburn that's about mid-ear level. The royal guard uniforms are usually plain and simple without any embellishments, but as the Prince's protege, Anthony was given a special treatment to wear. His uniform is in this dusty blue color, it features a midnight blue high collar with gold embroidered trim and two golden epaulets sat on his two shoulders. The jacket has a six row of golden buttons with a belt in light blue and gold horizontal stripes and gold rounded buckled. The white trousers that matched his collar are fitted with a gold piping. He wore a pair of polished black thigh-high boots, a pair of white wrist-length gloves and his ancestral elegant swept hilt rapier sword hangs from his hip.

Anthony blushed the same way as Silver. "I-I… thank you."

They both let out a giggle before the Prince walked over to them.

"Well!" The Prince put his arms on Anthony and Silver's shoulder, "I should take my leave too!"

"Where are you going?!" Anthony asked pointedly.

"Oh believe me, my dear sweet protege. I have some royal… uh duty… to attend to. Farewell my dear awkward friends! I wish you the best of luck!" The Prince walked away and took off without a care in the world. He closes the door behind leaving the two young adults alone in the drawing room of the castle and both could hear the sound of the prince shushing the giggling princesses outside.

Anthony and Silver stood in silence. Neither of them knew what to say. They both completely have no idea what to do, they didn't know where to take things from here. But brave Anthony finally mustered the courage to speak up once he couldn't handle the awkward silence anymore.

"Would you care to sit with me for a lovely brunch?'' He said with a knowing smile, before grabbing his hand and guiding him toward the table covered in white tablecloth with delicious foods on top along with teacups and an afternoon tea set filled with delicious French desserts.

Being a gentleman, Anthony pulled his chair out for Silver, Silver giggled as he thanked him by giving him a small neck bow before sitting down. Anthony went around and sat down in his own chair. Silver was a bit nervous of this introduction, so he took a white napkin and placed it down on his lap so nothing could spill or ruin his dress.

"So, what should we talk about?" Anthony said, taking a sip of his tea.

"What would you like to talk about?" Silver asked.

Anthony looked at Silver with a smile, "How about… how about you tell me about yourself. I would like to get to know you better."

Silver blushed as he stared at his lap, "I'm sorry, it's just that, it's been a long time since I did this before."

Anthony laughed, "Oh, don't worry. You will get used to it soon enough. We are both strangers, right?"

Silver nodded.

"Well then, let's start with your name." Anthony said, smiling.

"If that's what you wish," Silver replied. "For starters, I'm sure you know my name, Silver Willow. Well, my full name is Silver Julio Willow."

"That's a pretty name." Anthony said, smiling. "Julio?"

"Hehe…. Well, it's my grandpa's first name." Silver explains. "It's tradition in my dad's family that each son will have their grandfather's first name as their middle name while the daughters have their mother's maiden name."

Anthony chuckled, "Wow, that sounds great."

"So, tell me about yourself, please." Silver said, looking at Anthony.

"Well, my name is Lord Anthony Francis Draventon, son of my father, the 7th Duke Edward Draventon." Anthony smiled. "My siblings called me "Andy" for short."

"How many siblings do you have?" Silver asked, taking a bite of the small square sandwich.

"Seven. Four sisters and three brothers." Anthony answered.

Silver almost choked on his sandwich when he heard the number of his siblings. "Forgive me…. How many exactly did you say!?" Silver tries to keep himself calm.

"Seven." Anthony repeated.

Silver looked at him with a shocked expression, "And you're the eldest, aren't you?"

"Yes, I am." Anthony smiled. "Well… my sister, Dennise, is the first born child but I am the eldest of the brothers and first born son of my family."

"Seven siblings." Silver repeated, still trying to process the information.

"Don't be alarmed, it's quite normal for aristocrats to have large families." Anthony said.

"Oh really?" Silver asked.

Anthony nodded. "How many siblings do you have?" Now it's his turn to ask Silver a question.

"I only have twin little sisters." Silver smiled at him. "One is Amelia which we called her "Amy" and another one is Valentina which we called her "Tina" for short. My twin sisters middle name is Martinez, which is my mom's maiden name."

"Twin sisters." Anthony smiled.

"Yes." Silver smiled back at him. "They are both six years old and can be quite an annoyance sometimes. But I love them very much."

"Do they?" Anthony chuckled.

"Yes." Silver giggled.

Anthony chuckled again, "I bet they do."

Silver smiled, blush appeared on his face.

Meanwhile outside of the room, the princesses try to eavesdrop on their conversation. Although it would be improper for a princess like them to eavesdrop on their conversations, it was impossible not to keep their voices down.

"What are they saying?"

"Do you think he likes him?" Ariel whispered to Cinderella.

"Of course he does!" Anna answers to the mermaid princess. "Have you seen them dance at Silver's 21st birthday party? He really likes him!"

"Can you girls please shush! I am trying to listen!" Cinderella said, pressing her ear against the door. "I can't hear them if you girls keep talking. Cinderella sighed, before going back to listen to their conversation.

Back inside the room, both Silver and Anthony are enjoying each other's company. No longer feeling awkward and shy, but rather happy and wonderful.

Silver and Anthony started talking about the food and how delicious it is. And how he enjoyed his time with him.

"I must say Silver," Anthony wiped the crumb off his lip with an white napkin. "You are a very wonderful person to talk to. I am glad that I have met you properly." Anthony smiled. "And I am glad I am able to get to know you more."

Silver smiled shyly, "Thank you. I feel the same way too. You are a kind person, if I may say so myself." He blushes.

Anthony smiled and nodded, "Yes, I am."

Silver felt his heart flutter when he saw the Lord's smile. He felt a little bit of happiness inside of him.

Anthony looks and stares out the window facing the garden. "It wouldn't be a shame to waste our entire time indoors." He got up from his seat and walked toward Silver. "Perhap you would care to join me for a walk in the garden?" Anthony had his arm out, smiling at him.

"I.. I would love to!" Silver accepts his invite, looping his arm around him before the two walk out of the drawing room.

While Silver and Anthony were taking a promenade on the pathway in the castle garden, the group of princesses were there to chaperone the young adults but just 78 feet behind to give the lovebird some space. As the boys talk to get to know one another, the princesses watch the Lord lean down to whisper something in Silver's ear just for him to blush, soon they whisper to each other.

"Look at these two!" Anna coochie.

"So in love!" Aurora said it dreamily.

"They look absolutely blissful." Tiana added.

"Just as we predicted." Cinderella said to the girls.

The girls giggled like school girls and smiled at each other. They watched as the two boys continued to talk.

Anthony looked at the garden in front of him, "These flowers are the most beautiful in all."

"Are they?" Silver said, looking over at the flowers.

"They are, but these flowers are not as beautiful..." Anthony turned to look at him. "…as you."

Silver smiled, blushing, "Why Anthony, you must stop complimenting me. I fear that my face might go red if you keep doing this."

Anthony laughs, "I couldn't help it Silver, I do believe it's part of my charm to flatter you."

This makes Silver chuckled.

Anthony looks at him, then looks at the princess then back at him before leading toward his ear. "How about we go somewhere alone? Just the two of us"

Silver heads turn toward him with wide eyes. "A… alone?"

Anthony nodded, "Sure. I feel rather annoyed that the princesses are trailing behind us and possibly listening to us."

"A… ah, well that would be a bit scandalous for us to get away from them don't you think?" Silver said with a bit of a frown.

"I know, but it can't be helped. We need a moment alone with each other." Anthony says with a wink.

Silver thinks along and hard. If they were going to have an intimate moment, it should be done somewhere private. Where they can't be overheard or followed by the princesses. He wasn't sure that it was a good idea, he didn't want to cause a scandal with him and the Lord. But he did want to spend as much time as possible with Anthony, and the garden was the perfect place to escape.

"Okay, let's do this then." Silver agreed. "But I know just the place we should go."

"Really?" Anthony looked at him.

"If my memory serves me well, there's a secret place just outside the castle garden, the princesses wouldn't know where it is. We will be safe and sound there." Silver says with a smile.

Anthony smiles back. "Then you should lead the way."

"I can't believe we're doing this!" Silver shirek.

Slowly but surely, Anthony and Silver causally speed up their walk which caught the princesses attention. They make a left turn while the princesses try to catch up with them. When they reached where Silver and Anthony had gone, they were shocked to see them gone.

"Where did they go!?"

"Maybe this way?"

"No! I think they go that way!"

"No, no! It can't be! Probably this way!"

The princesses start to panic, looking in every direction.

"Silver!!! Lord Anthony!!!" Belle called out their name but got no response.

"What should we do?"

"Let's split up and we'll find them."

"Right!" They all said.

And so they went into three groups, looking everywhere for Silver and Anthony but they weren't found.

Back to Silver and Anthony, the two boys ended up in the woods, running and laughing as they managed to escape from the princesses eyes.

"I can't believe we did this!"

"Me neither."

"They will be so mad!"

"I do believe they will."

They both chuckled, laughing about the whole situation. "Now then, I am sure you know the location of this secret spot?" Anthony asked.

"Of course." Silver said, nodding.

"And you trust me?"

"Completely."

"Good, then let's go."

Silver led Anthony through the wood until the end, then he turned and walked to the right. There, at the far corner, is a small door, hidden behind the shrubbery with a yellow bow.

"There it is." Silver announcement. "I tied the ribbon so I can find it." He pushes the little wooden door open. Inside the tiny door, is a gorgeous lake with swans floating on the water. The sun rays are glistening on the clear waters and there's even a yellow metal gazebo with climbing flowers.

Silver took Anthony inside the lake.

"It's so peaceful here." Anthony was amazed at this.

Silver smiled, "Yes, it is."

"How do you find it?" He asked.

"Well, I came across this door by accident and was drawn to it. I wasn't so sure what it was and the door was not locked so I decided to explore it."

"Oh, so it's your first time to come inside?" Anthony said.

"Well yes, but this is my second time since I already visited once." Silver smiled.

"How long ago?" He asked.

"About four years. When I was 17 years old back then." Silver answered.

"That is quite a time." Anthony stated.

"It's not really. I'm not that old, you know." Silver sticks his tongue out like a child.

"You're a kid at heart, aren't you?" Anthony slightly chuckled.

"Oh I don't know." Silver smiled. "Maybe I am."

They both sit down on the grass, watching the swan swimming around the lake. Anthony looked at him, "I've never been here. This is the most beautiful place I have ever seen. I'm glad you showed me."

Silver smile, "I'm glad you like it too." He has his head down while playing with his fingers. "I… I never actually once showed this to anyone."

Anthony looks at him, "Really? Not even your friends, the Dream Defenders?"

Silver shakes his head, "Not one. I almost completely forgot about this until you ask where we should go."

Anthony nodded at him. "I understand. You don't want anyone to know about this."

"It's just for me." Silver replied.

"If that's the case, then you must tell me why." Anthony says, moving closer to him.

"Why?" Silver turned his head toward him.

"Because, if it's for you, then it must be special."

Silver nodded, "I suppose it's because I wanted to be where I could just hide away and not have to worry about anything." He spotted a blue butterfly and let it sit on his finger.

"Like a child in the forest, you mean?" Anthony guessed.

Silver shook his head, "No, not like that. I just felt as though I had something to protect and I needed to be able to just be me without any worries. I know it sounds ridiculous."

"Not at all. I understand completely." Anthony assures him.

Silver nods, "I'm thankful for that."

They went quiet, watching the swans swim in the water, the sound of birds singing in the trees and the perfect temperature of the air.

"Breathtaking isn't," Anthony commented, looking at Silver, unknown to him.

"The prettiest place I've ever seen," Silver sighed, before looking at Anthony then looking away, blushing nervously when he noticed him looking at him and not the lake.

"There is something about you," Anthony commented, "your eyes, no pretenses. I like that. You don't care what others think about you, and I respect that. That's very rare these days for a guy like you to have enough courage to wear a dress in public. I'm surprised to hear that you do it."

"What do you mean?" Silver tiled his head to the side.

"Well, to be honest, it surprises me." Anthony said, "But then again, I know why. I guess you want to stand out."

Silver blushed. "I wouldn't say I want to stand out. I just like being me and don't want to pretend to be someone I'm not just to get their approval."

"Fair enough." Anthony agreed, nodding his head.

They both sat quietly, watching the scenery, until Anthony spoke up, "I think we should go now." Anthony got up from the ground and helped Silver get up. "I think you're right." Silver said. "The princesses would start to panic right now and they would send the guards to go looking for us."

When their eyes met.

It was, again, like magic.

Anthony leaned in closer, pressing Silver left cheek with his right hand and let their eyes close. Again they leaned in and this time they were going to go through with it.

They were going to kiss each other because that was what their heart was begging them to do.

Now only centimeters away, the moment they both have been waiting for is almost here and without any disturbance. They both can feel each other breathing upon their lips and then…

TINK!

Their eyes open again when something hits Anthony's shoulder. Then another, and another, and another. When they tilted their head upward, the cloud began to cover the blue clear sky. And with each passing cloud, the rain was falling in torrents, the wind picking up, causing the leaves to rustle and dance in the trees.

"We better leave," Anthony says, taking off his jacket and holding it above their head to shield them from the rain. "we need to go back to the castle or else we would be soaked wet!"

"Right!" The two took off running and exited the secret area.

Back in the castle, the princesses are beginning to grow concerned when the rain starts to fall and it is obvious that Silver and Anthony are still out there.

"Should we go look for them?" Mulan asks.

"The guards are already searching for them," Belle replied.

"And then what? Just wait until they come back!?" Merida crosses her arms. "This is stupid!"

"Silver and Anthony will be fine, let's be patient and not panic." Snow White said to the Scottish princess.

"But what if they didn't come back!? What if they got lost and fell into the river!?" Ariel started to panic.

"That's not going to happen."

"What if they got stuck under a log and they can't move them out?"

"That won't happen either."

"What if they're trapped in some sort of cave and they can't find their way out?"

Jasmine shakes her head. "Can I slap her?"

"No!"

"What if they are hurt? Or they're scared and crying?" Ariel asked, "What if they got lost in the woods? What if they are being chased by a bear? What if they-Ow!"

Jasmine smacks her on the back of her head. "Would you please quit panicking and throwing some crazy what if scenario?"

"I am panicking!" Ariel shouted, "I am worried sick about them!"

Tiana sighs, "Would you both please calm down? I'm sure they'll be fine."

The princesses waited and waited until they heard from the Prince that Silver and Anthony had come back.

Without hesitation, they all ran out of the room almost knocking him down. The girls stopped in their tracks when they saw Silver and Anthony all soaked wet from the rain standing inside with the door that led to the garden.

"My goodness!" Cinderella exclaimed, walking up the two. "Are you boys alright? What happened? You two were gone for an hour! We thought you got lost or worse!"

Silver and Anthony bowed their heads respectfully, "Sorry, Your Highness." Anthony said. "We just… wanted some time alone together." Silver added with a smile as he stared at Anthony and he stared back at him back.

Cinderella smiled, "So you did. I understand. But please do not do it again! You make us worry sick." The boys nodded, understanding.

"Now then, let's get you boys out of those wet clothes and into warm dry ones."

Before they departed, Anthony lifted Silver's hand and placed a kiss on his knuckle. "I had a fantastic time today. It was worth getting caught by the rain. Perhap we could go out together again, maybe next week?"

Silver stutter, "Li-Like an… like a date?"

A light blush appeared on Anthony's cheeks and he nodded, "Yes, a date."

The same blush appeared on Silver. "I'd love that."

"Then it's a date." Anthony smiled.

"A date it is."

Cinderella then takes Silver upstairs while the Prince does the same with Anthony. They two went separate ways to their room. The two look back from their shoulders, Anthony leaves with a devilish grin and wink, while Silver has an adorable smile and blush.

The two have officially introduced each other in the proper way and Silver and Anthony both decided to become more than friends.

Silver is still thinking whether he should tell Anthony about Staghart using his appearance as his human persona. But I think he will tell him when they go out on their first date. Aren't sure how Anthony would react to Silver telling like "Hey! My former boyfriend is a deer gargoyle who can turn into a human and that human persona is you which I didn't know you're real!" But the fact that Anthony was not aware that his physical appearance had been used by a gargoyle will be a big shocker when Silver reveals to him. Either way, Silver will decide to tell him on his date.

Next Chapter: Silver and Anthony officially go out on their first date together.