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Starfire ([personal profile] starbolts) wrote in [community profile] trans_92011-08-04 08:02 pm

Enchanted Aquatica---the Prom [WIDE OPEN Y'ALL]

The day had finally arrived for her big event, and Starfire couldn't be happier---or more nervous, actually. She was certainly not an expert on the inner workings of a prom, but it couldn't be too terribly complicated, right? As long as the people could eat, dance, and talk, it should be a reasonable success.

With that in mind, her decorations sprung from her mind into the large dome all around her, transforming a grey Sensorium into a beautiful underwater world, one with clear waters and free from the possibility of a shark attack.

The first change was the scent of the air, shifting into the comforting salty scent of the seas. Then the ground beneath her feet became a hardened sandstone, maintaining the gritty texture while remaining easy to walk upon---except for the smooth dance floor, of course. The grey dome transformed into a flowing bluish-green, rippling all around with fish of all colors passing in the background. Some of the 'sky' faded into a violet tone over the dance floor, lit by glowing circular lights in every color. Suspended in midair, they almost looked like motionless fireflies, though they sometimes swayed in tune with songs.

Tables arose from coral in all colors, rising from the ground and twisting to provide a flattened surface on the very top---rounded ones for guests, and long tables off to the side containing shell-bowls of food. Chairs were large floating clam shells with well cushioned interiors, some large enough to hold two people. More comfortable spongy places to sit were also littered across the area, notably by the large shell-shaped enclosure that was the promised swimming pool. It too was lit by the floating lights, providing what she hoped was a romantic atmosphere.

Finally, the glowing stage above the dance floor couldn't help but attract attention with its chairs. Six royal thrones and one plush chair of all colors directly in the middle rested in the back of the stage, leaving the front open for announcements. Just off to the side of the stage stood the DJ's table, with even that machine painted to match the soft underwater glow of the scenery.

Everything finally seemed pleasing to Starfire. With one last change, dressing herself in the formal attire of the prom, she sent out the signal to everyone and waited. She hoped they would have a wonderful time.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-09 03:14 am (UTC)(link)
She hesitated. It had been so long, but she probably did remember well enough.

Slowly, Cagalli took the offered arm. "I guess you're more interesting than a wall."

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-09 06:38 am (UTC)(link)
"Only slightly more interesting," he winked and smiled as he led her to the dance floor at a pleasant pace, not rushing her at all. He wanted her to enjoy herself.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-09 04:54 pm (UTC)(link)
As long as he took his time, she wasn't complaining. "At least you can dance better."

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-09 05:07 pm (UTC)(link)
He grinned and nodded, "Ok, that I won't deny." he said with a slight laugh as he moved to the dance floor, moved in front of her still holding her hand gently, bowed and kissed the top of her hand before straightening up and smiling.

"Ready when you are."

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-10 02:53 am (UTC)(link)
Cagalli blushed, despite knowing that it was a generally innocent gesture, but was caught up in the flow enough to shift her hands where they belonged anyways. "L-let's go, then."

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-10 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
He smiled warmly at her and nodded, and as soon as the music began, he led the pace. He concentrated on a pleasant and slow dance with a bit of a gliding flow to it. He wanted to make sure she both enjoyed herself and had fun. His focus was on his partner for this dance, a soft smile on his lips as he admired her as they danced.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-10 09:18 pm (UTC)(link)
Following his lead, she decided to remain silent, going over in her mind just how exactly everything flowed. She was light on her feet, finding that it didn't take much concentration to follow the pace he made.

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-10 09:54 pm (UTC)(link)
Noticing that she kept pace and seemed to be enjoying herself enough brought a smile to his face.

"You're doing wonderfully," he said in a soft, warm voice as he looked at her, dipping her slightly before bringing her back up in a smooth arc as they continued the dance.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-10 11:19 pm (UTC)(link)
"Th-thanks..." she muttered, concentrating about as much on talking as she was on dancing.

The dip didn't surprise her, but the fact that she went with it smoothly did, just a little, and now she looked up at her partner. "Guess I really do know how to do this."

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-10 11:51 pm (UTC)(link)
"That you do," he replied with a broad smile as he sent her on a little spin before bringing her back to him closely, arm at her lower back.

They moved in unison, keeping the light, pleasant pace he had been keeping from the start to try and keep her comfortable.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 12:04 am (UTC)(link)
She spun easily, starting to get a little more into the flow of things. It was fun as long as she didn't think too hard about it, and with someone else leading that was pretty easy for her.

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 12:20 am (UTC)(link)
As the music slowly came to a halt, he ended with her in his arms, pressed close against him, a smile clearly on his features.

"See, I ain' that bad of a dancer eh?" he teased, looking at her over his shades as his gaze focused on her own. "It kind of helped to have a beautiful partner too. Kept my focus in the right place." he winked playfully.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 12:28 am (UTC)(link)
She blushed, leaning against him. "You keep saying that, I'm gonna start to really believe it you know."

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 12:30 am (UTC)(link)
"I don' have a reason ta lie yanno." he said in a whisper, looking down at her as he held her close to him.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 02:18 am (UTC)(link)
"Well maybe you just have weird taste." She always wondered about Athrun, especially with how much women always seemed to like him.

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 02:32 am (UTC)(link)
"Ah, well, you know, I've been told that a lot." he said with a warm laugh. "But I never let that deter me from telling the truth, at least in my eyes. Besides, nothin' wrong with lettin' a lady know they're special right? All you gals deserve it. That includes you, even if you don't want to see it right now." he added with a playful wink and a smile, still holding her gently, close.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 02:43 am (UTC)(link)
As long as his arms were gentle, she wouldn't feel TOO awkward. "Oh, so you admit to being a weirdo. That makes it a lot easier for me to justify." She was comfortable enough for a playful tone in her own voice, at least.

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 04:28 am (UTC)(link)
He chuckled, "Only a little... ok a lot, but that's besides the point yeah?" A small, playful grin playing on his lips as he moved with her to a silent tune, almost gliding off the dance floor to a less crowded area.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 05:00 am (UTC)(link)
Cagalli followed carefully, letting him lead the way away from people now. "I dunno... if that's the only reason you think I'm so pretty, maybe it's a big deal."

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 06:28 am (UTC)(link)
He couldn't help but chuckle, "Now now, don' you go twistin' my words on me yeah? I meant what I said, my oddness aside an' all that. You really are very pretty, and a pretty cool person," he winked and grinned, "Now if I could just get you to believe it as well, then we're in business." he teased with a light hug, still pleasantly holding her against him.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 03:21 pm (UTC)(link)
"Well good luck with that one. You'll need it." Not like it's someone else's responsibility to deal with her self-esteem issues, though.

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 03:25 pm (UTC)(link)
"Ah it's cool, I always enjoyed a good challenge," he teased with a warm smile.

"Tho, if that's how ya like it, it wouldn't be fair of me to tell you otherwise. I jus' think ya could use a little more confidence. You're really a nice gal. Pretty, strong, warm and nice to be around. Don' you go downplayin' yerself yeah?"

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 06:31 pm (UTC)(link)
"I know, I know... It's just not always the easiest advice to follow."

[identity profile] expendable-mind.livejournal.com 2011-08-11 10:14 pm (UTC)(link)
He smiled and nodded, "Specially if you've been tellin' yerself that for years. But hey," He lifted her chin gently to look at her, eyes locked on hers. "I'm here to tell ya otherwise. Jus' you know, lemme know if I'm ever crossin' that line yeah?" he smiled warmly at her.

[identity profile] allnaturalseed.livejournal.com 2011-08-12 12:59 am (UTC)(link)
She blushed again. The only one who had ever touched her quite like that was Athrun... she didn't know how to feel about it. "Mm. If you ever get on my nerves too much, I'll say something."