Graduation Ball

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[Night has fallen on Balamb Garden; the halls of Garden are mostly deserted besides the stray student walking about, and even the usual faculty members are missing from their posts around the school. There's a certain festive energy through the air, the source coming from the Ballroom cheerily decorated located on the second floor.

At exactly 2100, as soon as the dinner rush ends, the Garden chime sounds and the intercom clicks on. The Headmaster speaks to the Garden.]

The Graduation Ball is now beginning. Your attendance is requested at [2F] Ballroom.

I repeat, the Graduation Ball is now beginning. Your attendance is requested at [2F] Ballroom. The dance will run until 2400. Students leaving the ball after curfew are to return to their dorms immediately.


[After the announcement, the intercom falls silent. The faint sound of music can be heard from the second floor of the building.]


( Mod note: You may participate in the dance in comments to this post, or opt to make your own new post/log.

The dance isn't mandatory, so students that choose not to attend won't be punished. The Headmaster, Garden faculty and even some of the instructors are all present at the dance, so troublemakers are free to roam until 2400. The dance itself will last from 2100-2400 in the second floor ballroom and the music will be the same kind of upbeat peppy orchestrated pieces that the game used. Caterers will roam offering drinks and refreshments to attendants, as well a stationary stand for punch and food is offered.

Newly graduated SeeDs are required to wear their uniforms. Otherwise, the occasion is black tie. All inhabitants of Garden are welcome to the festivities.

Should players have any questions left unanswered feel free to ping the mods on AIM or via PM. )

Comments

[lighthoused.livejournal.com]

See? It almost looks like we actually know what we're doing.

[ She squeezes his hand in her fingers by way of reassurance. His hair tickles her face a bit, and she wrinkles her nose, but otherwise stays quiet, enjoying the warmth. ]

[betweenpaths.livejournal.com]

[He'd almost close his eyes if he didn't still feel so guarded and on edge. It's crazy how easily he can relax around her, and the dancing does feel nice.

After a silent moment;] ...Thanks Kairi.

[lighthoused.livejournal.com]

[ At that, she looks up at him and flashes that million-watt smile. ]

Hey, what use would I be as a best friend if I couldn't help you out a little?

[betweenpaths.livejournal.com]

[He smiles back easily, but still feels a bit sullen.]

I dunno if forcing me to dance is helping exactly.

[lighthoused.livejournal.com]

Oh, you poor, poor thing, I make your life so hard...

[ The biggest eyeroll, but her exasperation is fond. ]

You don't have have to, you know. I just... [ She lowers her gaze, before peering up at him through her lashes. ] I just wanted to dance with you, is that so bad?

[betweenpaths.livejournal.com]

[He smirks and raises an eyebrow. Looks like she's trying to play the cute card.

Regardless, he presses her a little closer to him in some form of an awkward dancing hug.] Depends on how much I step on your feet. But I'm glad you did drag me.

[lighthoused.livejournal.com]

See? You should trust my judgement. Kairi knows best!

[ She lets him pull her close, even if it means their toes knock together more often. Oh well. ]

[betweenpaths.livejournal.com]

Even when she's being a dork and talking in third person?

[He doesn't mind, although the music's starting to slow down anyways too. Song's going to be over soon.]

[lighthoused.livejournal.com]

Even then. Especially then.

[ Just kind of. Leans. She doesn't really care how close the song is finishing; she's comfy right where she is. ]