trans_9 | 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.

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With the girls speeding ahead, Billy put on a burst of speed to trail behind them. Great, they could both swim circles around him. It had to be a trap.

Sebum. It's the oil on the skin that prevents it from absorbing water, he explained for both of them. When it washes off, the skin starts absorbing water and wrinkling.

Ronnae giggled and did flips underwater at high speed using her tail. She turned and smiled playfully at the tailing duo, swimming towards them instead and finally settling nearby as Billy explained what he meant.

"Well, I'm ready to leave whenever you guys are."

Oh, two could play it that game! Kaya did a few twirls and flips herself, so glad she was immune from getting water up her nose in this particular venture.

"Oh, I should actually," Kaya said. "I have to go and find my date!"

"I didn't say we had to leave now," Billy mumbled, "but if you two insist."

He suspected Kaya still had some adventures to embark on. Maybe it would work out after all!

He extended an arm toward both of them. "Thanks, though."

Ronnae grinned, "Last one out pays for the meal next shore leave!" Of course she said that AS she was dashing out, that strong appendage going at full speed now as the sound of her giggle was farther and farther away.

Soon enough, she broke the surface at full speed into a flip, concentrating as she landed so she ended up in her prm dress once more, a bright mischievous grin on her face.

Kaya decided, just this once, to give Billy a break, and deliberately slowed down so he could speed up.

"Cramp, cramp!" She exclaimed. "I didn't think you could get those with fins! I'll catch up with you guys!"

Billy fell for this trick, of course, being the concerned brother that he was. He'd been gaining on them, pushing that tail to its limit, but when he heard her cry he doubled back.

"It's okay, Kaya," he said, gently hauling her arm over his shoulder. "We'll split the cost of the meal, all right? Maybe you'll be bringing Nokosi too," he suggested. Was he supposed to keep that secret from Ronnie?

Ronnae on the other hand, rolled her eyes. Kaya getting a cramp in her element? Somehow, the cramp seemed a bit too convenient to not doubt. But she stayed on alert just in case, looking down into the water in case they needed her help. She smiled as the two neared the water's surface.

Kaya nodded, feigning gratitude, and upon reaching Ronnae, gave her the quickest of winks.

"That'd be a good idea! I'm sure Nokosi would enjoy it!"

Billy agreed, finally breaking the surface with her. They moved to shore and...well, there was the matter of getting his legs back. It took a few moments, but he soon heard a pop.

Now that he was shivering on the deck, he scrambled for the towels and tossed them in three directions. "Here. Best to dry off."

Ronnie moved to help dry Billy off, patting him down gently with a light blush on her face and a pleasant small smile on her lips.

"I bet he's having a blast just by coming here. I'm really happy you both came together." she added with a bright eyed smile.

Kaya brought her hands up and over her, and all the water came off instantaneously. It was one of the better things about being a waterbender.

"He seems to be having a good time," Kaya said, looking pleased with herself. "I still have to have that dance with him."

Billy had to focus hard on listening to Kaya and Ronnae, as his devious girlfriend and her tickling towel were distracting him. He laughed and raised his arms, waiting for just the right moment to twist the towel around her.

When he tried to, he looked back up at Kaya. "Then go for it!" Billy encouraged with his brightest smile. "We'll be nearby when the court starts dancing. You're both great at it, I'm sure you'll outshine all of us."

And, he wished silently, maybe Kaya would get her wish too.

Ronnie giggled at Billy's playfulness, letting herself be pulled against him and resting her head on his head as she nodded. "I bet it'll be great. I'll be cheerin' you guys on for sure~"

"Well in that case, how can things go wrong when I have you guys cheering me on?" She hugged the both of them quickly, then took a breath. "I'll let you guys know how things progress, ok?"

"You'd better!" Billy laughed, shuffling to let Kaya into the hug. "I'll be keeping an eye out for you."

When they were done, he used the imagination-shortcut to get dry and dressed. "We'll see you soon, right?"

Ronnae gave a playful thumbs up and nodded, "We'll be right behind you guys. I'm more of a cheerer~" she teased a bit blushy. "So I'll definitely be seein' ya!"

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

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