THE BALL

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[Today is the day of the ball, and as such the entry to the Grand Ball Room is wide open, a sound of music echoing through the halls. Not too far away are signs pointing to the general area, intended to help those who are new as well as remind those who are interested.

The room itself seems incredibly clean, thanks to a few enchanted brooms, some of which are still there to clean up any messes from the food. Speaking of food, there is a large table with many delicious meals to choose from, from classy foods to simpler snacks such as chips and even a bit of treats for the children and others who enjoy sweets. And of course, beverages are present, such as punch, water, soft drinks, and even a bit of wine for the adults. Off to the side is an ice box, which may in fact contain sea salt ice cream.

Similar to the last ball, there is a comfortable area set off to the side for those who would rather relax, maybe take a break from dancing. It consists of comfortable chairs and couches for the guests, and even smaller tables for beverages.

Of course, the main attraction is the dance floor itself, which is dimly lit by a chandelier and the occasional candles here and there. The aforementioned music at the moment is classical, a sort of waltz and seems to be coming from no apparent source-- but one may notice somewhere in the ball room that Mickey himself is present, dressed not only in proper masquerade attire, but also with a familiar hat.

Anyone is welcome to enjoy the ball. However, if trouble should arise Mickey does have a Keyblade and would be more than willing to intervene; this is meant for enjoyment, not violence.]

Comments

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

Everything gets worse before it gets better. Isn't that how the saying goes?

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

And maybe it did get worse earlier, so now it's getting better?

[he can't imagine things getting worse than they already has, at least for him.]

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

[After his little meeting with his mom, he's trying as hard as he can to see the bright side for just once.]

Maybe.

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

And even if it does get worse now, that means it'll get better afterwards, right?

[hugs him a little tighter before letting go.]

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

Guess so.

[Sighs, quiet for a while.]

You here with Namine?

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

We're supposed to here together, but she hasn't shown up yet. I hope she didn't expect me to pick her up or something...

[and speaking of Namine.]

I've told her. Well, actually, my gemini told her and then I had to explain everything, but... she seems okay with it.

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

Sounds like we're in the same boat. Namine threatened forced me into going, and now she hasn't shown up.

[The second bit has him confused though.]

Told her what?

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[sympathetic wince. waiting sucks.]

That I like you too. I think she already suspected it, though. And I told her that I won't act on it, and she said that she won't be angry if I spend time with you.

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

[He's so lucky this news didn't come about a week earlier. Because he would have declined even further into depression. Two Namines who are iffy about their Roxas boyfriends hanging with him. What are the odds.]

...I see.

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[maybe Namines just attracts Roxae that are a bit too friendly with Rikus? it might be genetic.]

...that's a good thing, Riku.

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

If you say so.

[Again, apathy. He's nearly given up on caring about any of this stupid relationship/friendship business.]

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[that's not something you should stop caring about.]

Come on. Dance with me.

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

[He can't help it at the moment.]

R-Roxas, I'm only standing around because Namine made me show up. I'm not going to dance at all.

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

Of course you're going to dance, it's a ball!

[grabs his hand.]

Please? Just one dance.

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

[Pulls away just a little. He'd rather not get Roxas all disappointed, but dancing = do not want.]

Can't you just wait for your Namine to show up?

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[sighs and is in fact a little disappointed, but doesn't let go.]

Then come with me to get something to eat?

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

...Alright.

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[victory! he smiles as he tugs leads Riku to the table.]

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

[He's not all that hungry, though he does make a beeline for the drinks. Preferably something cold and carbonated.]

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[and he throws the bare ice cream stick in a bin and takes a handful of chips. just a little extra energy, the proper eating will be done later.]

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

[Hopefully at least one of the Namines will show up soon. Social time is not what Riku excels at.]

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[no one expects him to talk while he's drinking, and they can enjoy each other's company in silence, right?]

[sunsettingly.livejournal.com]

[Right. Or at least, he likes to think that they can just do that.]

[roxasreplica.livejournal.com]

[Roxas is content with just hanging out. less talk means less risk of saying the wrong things.]