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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 1, 2016 18:30:16 GMT -5
Daring was slow getting ready. Not used to getting this dressed up.
"Silver always said he got strong hooves from me." Mith joked.
"You're too kind." Ever blushed a little. "I'm sure I must look like a fish out of water like this."
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 1, 2016 20:08:43 GMT -5
Clay made sure he was made up completely before heading out the dorm, though it wasn't all that long a look over. He made his way back to the Girls dorm to wait for Daring.
"I see. Hopefully it doesn't come to that, though I'm sue your many brothers wouldn't mind if I was stronger in general." Cloud laughed, "But I'm committed now. Too late to grab the steel toes now. I'll be trying my hardest to not step on you, really, and I apologize ahead of time if I'm particularly clumsy tonight."
"If you're a fish out of water I've made quite the catch." Dex said quickly and just as quickly regretted it, "I'm sorry. I think I just called you a fish." he looked down nervously.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 1, 2016 20:19:26 GMT -5
Clay had to wait a little longer before Daring finally appeared at the doors. The dress she was wearing was very fashionable and high class. It may not have been anything like Ever's dress, just your normal Canterlot fashion. but Daring had the physique to compliment it just right.
"I promise I wont tell my brothers if your clumsy." She told Cloud as they arrived in front of the dance hall, lights and sound greeting them.
"No, it's actually really sweet." Ever told Dex. "You're much more... charming, than the impression you normally give."
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 4, 2016 17:23:03 GMT -5
Clay was sitting against the building when Daring made her appearance. He got up and tipped his hat to her, "Hey, great to see you went all out for this." he said with a wide smile.
Cloud took a deep breath in and out, both taking in the surroundings and calming his nerves. His last "school dance" was notably smaller and had a fair bit less energy. He simmered quickly, though, and looked to Mith, "So what would you like to do first?"
"Heh, thanks... I guess." Dex said and focused his attention forward, "It's nice to see you've relaxed. We're here now, so the real fun can start." He looked to Ever and smiled.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 4, 2016 18:08:18 GMT -5
"It's just something I had lying around." Daring answered. "I have to warn you though, I grew up in Canterlot and you wouldn't pass for a gentlecolt's monocle with a greeting like that."
"We could dance first." Mith suggested. "If there are any injuries we could spend the rest of the night taking care of it."
"I've never been to a dance." Ever said. "What do we do?"
Tornado and Storm was already into their first dance as they started the evening off.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 4, 2016 20:59:33 GMT -5
"If you desire, I can be more formal, though I find the mannerisms of Canterlot to be a touch contrive." Clay said quite professionally and without a hint of sarcasm, though that's clearly what it was.
"I like the way you think. And you can stop me ahead of time if I make a fool of myself." Cloud said with a grin as he lead the way to the dance floor. He was a little nervous, but tried to feign confidence for the sake of the night.
"Well, how about we grab some refreshments and we'll work our way from there." Dex offered, "We can watch the ponies and see what this dance thing is all about."
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 4, 2016 21:12:37 GMT -5
"That's the first thing about you that I agree with." Daring said. "So, are you walking me to the dance or did you just want to see if you could get me into a dress?"
Mith followed Cloud to the floor and if she was nervous she didn't show it.
"Alright." Ever said looking for a place to stand and trying to avoid looking at the faces of the other students.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 4, 2016 21:34:03 GMT -5
"Yes, let's make headway." Clay said, pushing past her comment. He lead the way, trying to keep pace with her since he had a tendency to walk fast by pony standards.
Finding an open space on the floor, Cloud led Mith over and turned to face her (not sure what kind of music is playing, but Cloud is starting slow anyway. I can edit if nessesary, but I'm assuming it's a "fast paced" song considering the Tor post.) Cloud started by bobbing his head into the music, slowing working more of himself into it until most of him was moving to some sort of the beat. Not big movements, or notiable, but movements none the less.
Dex walked over to the punch bowl with little sandwiches to both sides, "Shall I get you a cup." He said, tilting his head to the bowl.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 5, 2016 7:46:13 GMT -5
"So, tell me more about this cave you know about." Daring asked as they started off.
Mith also slowly moved along the beat of the music, although it didn't seem like she started slowly only that this was her preferred speed.
"I'd like that." Ever nodded back.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 10, 2016 0:33:13 GMT -5
"It's off towards the mountains north of town, not too far but not in the city either. It's a long tight swim to open air, so I've been working on my self control and technique for a while to make the swim easier." Clay explained as they walked, happy to be talking about anything at this point.
Cloud made sure to keep a bit of space between him and Mith, so any stepped on hooves would be a distant thought. At the same time, he matched Mith's tempo, making sure to dance with her instead of next to her. He was actually too focused on Mith to notice any of the other ponies nearby.
Dex nodded and poured a drink for Ever and himself, holding out Ever's drink for her, "Here you go. My special recipe." He said with a wide smile.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 10, 2016 8:13:07 GMT -5
"I can't say I'm the best diver, but I can get my hooves on equipment that would help getting through to the cave." Daring said as the dance came into view.
Mith blushed a little with a small smile with how Cloud seemed to only notice her on the crowded floor. She moved just slightly closer to him as they danced.
Ever giggled as she took the drink with her magic and had a sip. The song that was playing came to an end and moved on to another up beat song. "I suppose it would be a shame if we came all this way and didn't dance." Ever said.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 10, 2016 21:32:45 GMT -5
"That's cool. I'll probably still free dive it, since I've been working so hard to make it." Clay said, "We're almost there. I'm guessing you would want to find your friends first?" He asked.
Cloud smiled a little nervously as he stayed in step. There was a twinge of doubt in him, but he ignored it for now. He maintained his focus on Mith and on the dance, changing his movements only slightly to match the new song.
Dex drank some of his drink, "Well then," He sat his drink down on the table, "Shall I have this dance." He said and held out his hoof, well aware that it wasn't even that style of dance.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 10, 2016 21:44:43 GMT -5
"We can have a look around for them, but I don't want to bother them if they're already having fun on their dates." Daring answered.
Mith danced on as well, inching a little bit every now and then, but never too close.
"I'd be honored." Ever answered placing her hoof in his.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 11, 2016 10:22:26 GMT -5
"Alright." Clay said, figuring it best to just wing the rest of the night.
Cloud barely noticed Mith's minuscule advances, though he took it as her just getting into the mood. He remembered Daring's warning, but figured he was still in the clear. He only wanted her to have a good time.
Dex smiled brightly as he led Ever to the dance floor. It didn't take too long for Dex to get into the music, having already gotten a feel for it as he listened, "Can't promise I won't act a fool." He joked, converting his nervous energy into movement and focusing on Ever.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 11, 2016 10:31:31 GMT -5
"Here we are!" Daring announced as they arrived. "At the dance, per your request."
Mith was having a good time, much more than she thought she would. The music and dancing feeling almost magical. (Although it wasn't actually magical).
Ever had a tougher time getting into the rhythm, feeling out of her comfort zone. "You've more than made up for it by being a real gentlecolt." She assured him.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 11, 2016 11:20:45 GMT -5
"And I thank thee again for accepting mine invitation." Clay said as they walked in. A wide grin formed on his face as he looked around. The dance already seemed like a lot of fun and they hadn't even gotten into it yet, "Anyway, this is supposed to be my apology to you, so how about you tell me what would make this the best experience it could be. I don't want to try and risk ruining the evening for you." He said, looking to Daring for a little guidance. Cloud continued his little dance, holding back enough to not flail about like a folk pony, as he did earlier. Still, he fully enjoyed the dance and maintained his focus on Mith. (parenthesis just because ) "Thanks, and though I've said it a thousand times, thanks for coming out. I'm glad you did." Dex said genuinely, slowing down a bit as he did, before going full into the music again. He was hoping that by letting loose it would help Ever do the same.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 11, 2016 11:59:56 GMT -5
"I'm not sure." Daring said. "Not a lot to choose from this being a dance. So how about you make a suggestion and I'll tell you how I feel about it." Tor and Storm took a break as the song started to come to an end and walked over to the drinks. "Want to get some fresh air?" Storm asked Tor. "I know a great place overlooking the city and it's a clear sky tonight." "That does sound nice. Alright." Tornado agreed with a grin. For the moment nothing else changed between Mith and Cloud, although her ears did perk up a bit as the next song started. Despite Dex efforts Ever couldn't really get into the song, not really in her element. The song ended and the next song started, a much slower, closer, romantic song started to play. ooc: Now to see the boys' reactions.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 11, 2016 13:47:38 GMT -5
OOC: I'm assuming all four parties are at the same time frame.
BIC: "Let's see..." Clay started and noticed the changing song, "Well, we can either dance to this slow song or grab drinks and wait for it to pass. We can even keep an eye out for your friends while we wait." He offered, though he was rather certain of which one She'd choose, having stated ahead of time she wasn't interested in dancing with him, but she had surprised him in the past.
Cloud slowed down as the song changed and he looked up at the nearest speaker, mostly to look away from Mith while he thought, since the memory of Daring's warning again flashed in his mind and he was a bit uncertain at this point. He figured he'd leave the decision up to her, since he was here for her tonight anyway, "What do you say Mith." he turned his attention to her once again, "Want to keep dancing or take a break?" He asked, leaving it completely up to her.
Dex heard the music and knew immediately he wanted to have this dance, but he didn't want to force Ever to dance either. He looked to Ever and again held out his hoof, "More formally this time... May I have this dance?" He asked with a smile, nervous and unsure of what would happen next.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 11, 2016 17:05:56 GMT -5
ooc: Yep, the love song started after Daring asked, after Tor stopped, and as the others were dancing.
"Dance to this slow song?" Daring asked in thought. "Again I must wonder if you're trying to make it up to me or you?" She laughed. "I'll get you a drink." She said and walked over to the tables.
Tor and Storm walked outside and flew off, Storm leading the way.
"I don't mind if we keep dancing." Mith said, still blushing a little.
Ever smiled at Dex, took his hoof and stepped closer to him. It didn't seem like a big step, but suddenly they were almost neck to neck and Ever fell into the rhythm of this song much easier than the previous song.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 11, 2016 17:49:19 GMT -5
Clay followed behind, "Shouldn't I get the drinks?" He asked with a slight chuckle, preferring this route anyway, "Not that I'd stop you if this is what you really want to do." He added wit ha shrug. Cloud smiled and stepped forward, holding out his hoof, "Then dance we will." He said, taking her hoof and leading them in this dance. He didn't step too close into her personal space, but they were close as Cloud fell in step with the music, eyeing the other ponies still dancing and making up his movements as he went. It still looked and felt natural in spite of this. Dex didn't say another word and without hesitation followed suit in their dance. On the outside, he seemed fully committed but calm and collect. Though on the inside, he was a whirl of emotion. A weird combination of giddy excitement, fear, and nervous energy coalescing into the cacophony that was his heartbeat. OOC: I don't know why but I feel like my writing has become more expository in nature and like I'm trying to be a lot more poetic all the time. Or maybe I've just got a big head... I can't really tell
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 11, 2016 18:14:50 GMT -5
"Okay, that's getting annoying." Daring said as she poured the drinks. "I agreed to come to the dance with you, not play twenty questions about how to get me to forgive you." She handed him a drink. "Now, you can either try to make this up to me, succeed or fail miserably, or we call it a night now and I'll see you at the cave you promised to show me. So what do you say?"
Tor and Storm landed on an outlook not far from the school. It was just as Storm said. You could almost see the whole city and the stars were shining in the sky, there was even a bench to sit on. "It's beautiful." Tor said standing at the edge of the cliff. "Almost breathtaking." "That's not all that's breathtaking tonight." Storm said as he looked at Tor and she blushed.
Mith was happy just as they were, caught in the moment.
Ever seemed much more natural dancing at this pace and the tension she had before also seemed to have faded away. Halfway through the song she rested her neck against Dex' and her breath could be felt against his shoulder.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 11, 2016 19:25:55 GMT -5
Clay took the drink, "It was just a joke, but fair enough. I'll take charge more from here on out." He said and drank half the drink in one gulp before looking around at the ponies. He spotted Cloud and a moment later Dex. He grinned a little before turning to face Daring, "As you've said, it's a dance and there's not much more to it then that." Clay pursed his lips a bit and sipped at his drink as he thought, "I can answer you questions about the cave while we wait for the next song." he said as more of a definitive statement then a question, since he was going to be more take charge now.
Cloud looked to Mith and smiled. He was truly glade she seemed to be having such a great time. Still, he focused his attention down at their hooves lest he be caught staring.
Dex was tense, but only for a moment. He soon relaxed and allowed himself to be completely loss in the bliss of this one moment. He was still subconsciously afraid that this was a dream and he might wake up, but for the here and now, he didn't care.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 11, 2016 19:41:06 GMT -5
Daring laughed. "Alright. So what's the story of the cave?"
Tor looked away and walked over to the bench. "This is kind of a interesting spot to bring a girl to, especially when we should be at the dance." She said. "Well." Storm put a hoof behind his head. "It's kind of a traditional spot, at least that's what I've heard, to bring your date to if you want to, uh, share a kiss." "Really?" Tor said sitting down. "I've never been kissed before." "Neither have I." Storm said sitting down next to her.
Mith didn't mind staring at Cloud as they continued to dance.
The song came to an end way to soon though and Ever reluctantly lifted her head away from Dex.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 11, 2016 21:03:50 GMT -5
Clay leaned back and watched the dance come to a slow crawl as he spoke, "Well, the only reason this cave is of interest is because it's not a natural cave. This one is large and seemed placed there intentionally. The outside seems unassuming, but the inside is carved into an empty cube surrounding what looked like a tribal table and the pool of water. Since the adults don't fit into the small space, the rest of the cave has gone unexplored and everyone found what they could of the tribal table. I'm looking forward to the discoveries to be made." he said, kind of getting away with himself as he talked.
Cloud slowly stopped as the music came to a close and looked to Mith, "You dance very well." he said and took a step back, releasing her hoof.
Dex was moved from his own thoughts as Ever moved away. It took a second to regain his surroundings and he quickly hopped backwards. He cleared his throat and smiled, "Thank you for the dance." He said, not sure what else to say.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 11, 2016 21:30:34 GMT -5
"But not all adults are big. How sure are you it hasn't been explored yet?" Daring asked. "And we didn't I find any information about it when I searched?"
Mith blushed. "Thanks. I'm not usual complimented for my dancing. You're also very fun to dance with."
"Oh, no, it was my pleasure." Ever said, also looking away a bit embarrassed, although not hiding the smile she had.
Tor blushed as Storm leaned towards her, but she slowly leaned in as well. The two met and kissed. It was just like the romantic novels Tor had read so many times. A romantic date, a star filled night. Everything was just like she imagined. “Okay, it's done.” Storm said. “What?” Tor asked pulling back. The coldness in his voice surprising her more than what he said. “I said it's done. I kissed you and it's done.” Storm stood up. “I don't understand.” Girls' laughter came from the bushes behind them as Ritz and Posh walked out. “What's the matter Tornado?” Ritz asked her with a vicious grin. “Didn't you know that those romantic books are all fake? Just like your date.” “This... this was all a set up?” Tor asked, tears forming at the edges of her eyes. “You lied to me? You didn't like me at all?” She asked Storm. “Sorry, nothing personal. I was just doing a favour.” Storm said not even looking at the pegasus. “How can you be that heartless?” Tor asked. It was getting hard to talk as she started to sniff. “I warned you.” Ritz said. “She did.” Posh echoed. “Nopony crosses me. Did you think that just because you can fight it somehow makes you better than me? Fighting is for barbarians. I have civilized ways of taking care of you. And your two friends. They've been forgetting their places lately, but that's alright. I'll show them where they belong and your little colt friends as well. You're all going to pay for making me look bad.” Ritz sneered. “Can I go now?” Storm asked. “Yes, and take Posh with you.” Ritz said. As Posh and Storm walked away side by side it was too much for Tor. The tears rolled down her face, she could hardly see and was unable to say anything. She opened her wings and shot into the air and headed for her dorm. The expression on Ritz face was beyond satisfying as she left the outlook.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 11, 2016 23:23:04 GMT -5
"Because I've been to the other side." Clay said with a shrug. I wasn't prepared and could only bring back a small relic, but there's stuff there that would be a great addition to a museum or other archeological group.
Cloud looked to the side of the dance floor, "Let's get a drink. Take a breather." Cloud offered, gesturing in that direction.
"Umm... Perhaps we could move off the dance floor? Not sure how much more dance I've got in me." Dex said, mostly because he was too nervous to think straight at this point.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 12, 2016 10:26:55 GMT -5
"Just how big is this cave and tunnel we're going to swim through?" Daring asked. "Is there going to be a problem with the two of us?"
Mith nodded and followed Cloud off the floor.
"If you insist." Ever said with a smile and falling in close to Dex. "The last dance was a lot of fun though."
Tornado threw off her dress in the hallway in front of her room and rushed inside, slamming the door close. She fell on her bed and cried with her face in her pillow.
ooc: I'll have a reason for the others to go to Tor in my next post.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 13, 2016 14:35:33 GMT -5
"The cave is big enough on the other side, the hard part will be swimming through the hole. There's not enough space for two ponies side by side, but there is enough for one pony, even if she's got light scuba gear." Clay said, "But I'll be free diving it."
Cloud poured himself and Mith a drink and held it our for her, "Here you go." He said with a smile.
"Then perhaps it won't be our last dance of the evening." Dex said with a wide smile as he looked to Ever. He saw Cloud and Mith but maintained his focus on Ever as they reached the edge of the dance floor.
OOC: OK, doesn't really change what I do but I await your reply.
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Post by Bio Plus on Apr 13, 2016 16:19:15 GMT -5
"So you've mentioned, multiple times I may add." Daring said rolling her eyes. "So well enter and exit one by one."
"Thank you." Mith said taking the drink.
"I really hope not." Ever said and smiled back. The smile didn't last however as something caught her eye. It was Storm entering the dance with Posh by his side and suddenly all her worst fears pushed to the surface and her face turned to terror. "No. She didn't." She said softly as tears formed. "I never should have..." Ever told Dex. "I'm sorry, this was a mistake." She said as she turned and ran out of the building.
Mith saw Ever running and then saw Storm and Posh. She gave the drink back to Cloud. "Thank you, I enjoyed dancing with you. I have to go." She said and ran after Ever.
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Post by Broly Ultimatrix on Apr 13, 2016 19:07:33 GMT -5
"Sorry, it's just been on my mind a lot so I've been planning it over and over again." Clay said and watched as the girls ran away, "Anyway, we'll probably want to only have one pony in the water at a time. We'll need to think of a system to do that."
Dex was utterly confused and his body reacted faster then his mind, giving chase as he called for Ever. He was quite shaken and was barely able to keep running. He first became worried when she cried and when she ran away he lost all control.
Cloud watched quietly as the situation changed so drastically. He tried to piece together what had happened when he noticed Storm here with Ritz. He figured things out from there and left the girls to do what they needed to, instead, running out the side after Clay. Outside, Cloud overtook Dex and stood in front of him, holding him in place as Dex watched ever leave.
OOC: Hopefully that's an alright reaction from Cloud and Dex. I'm guessing Daring will be leaving first.
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