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GUESS WHO FINISHED THE STORY SHE WAS WRITNG?

me. it’s me. that’s probably why you’re reading this.

Anyways, here’s some cute agent 12 for u all to feast upon. I’m making a cut because this is 2,809 words long and I don’t want you all to hate me.

enjoy. (Title taken from ‘It’s Time to Dance’ from Prom)

But 'til That Day Comes, I Say Cue the Drums, It's Time to Dance

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It had been a long night. Laura always hates these parties. Too many people, most of whom are drunk by the end of the night. Too tight dresses with too big skirts. She’s dying to be in a suit instead. The watchful eyes of her father all night long. Needing to pretend to like the boyfriend he set her up with. It’s all exhausting.

All night she’s been busy. All night, she’s been waiting to dance with Sophie. Laura doesn’t think she’ll get the chance as she watches Sophie’s glowing pink tentacles twirl across the floor, blue dress flowing around her perfectly. She’s being spun from one man to the next, smiling the whole time. Laura knows she’ll never be able to hold her like that. Not tonight, not ever.

Laura sips her drink while she leans on a pillar. The courtyard is strung with fairy lights and leaves blow in the light breeze. She watches them swirl around the short inkling, adding to her ethereal glow. She’s too distracted to notice the presence of a young man beside her.

“Long night?” Laura chokes on her drink in surprise. She then turns to look at her visitor. Of all the people to catch her, it had to be Serafin.

“For the love of cod, a little warning next time!”

“Sorry! Couldn’t help but notice you hanging here by yourself.”

Laura takes a long sip of her drink. “If you’re asking me to dance, I’m gonna have to say no.”

He chuckles. “Not a chance Laura. You barely even dance with Katashi and the two of you are dating. No, I came over here because you look lonely.” There’s a pause while he sips his drink. “I also wanted to ask you a question.” This gets Laura to perk up. Serafin’s questions are often funny in nature, sometimes close to riddles or jokes. It wouldn't hurt to let him ask.

“Shoot.”

“Why have you been staring at my girlfriend all night?” Well, no one said Laura Shouriki was never wrong.

Laura freezes. She would have choked again if she had taken another sip. She is so busted.

“She’s a good dancer and I was bored.” The lie does not convince Serafin.

“I agree, she is a good dancer, but you’re lying.” He looks her dead in the eyes. Then he grins. “I think you like her.” Laura’s whole face lights up green. She tries to hide her blush. Sure, Laura’s had a crush on Sophie since they met. It doesn’t mean she’ll get in between Sophie and Serafin. She just hopes that he didn’t tell anyone else.

After a few moments, Serafin bursts out laughing. Laura snaps her eyes to him, shooting him a wicked glare.

“Relax, relax! I’m not mad.” He gives Laura a genuine smile. “I’ve been picking up on it for a while. She seems much happier when you’re around and vice versa. I’m glad she has someone who loves her like that.” That makes Laura pause.

“Don’t you?” He chuckles.

“I love her as a friend. She’s an amazing person, but I don’t like her in that way. You’re not the only closeted homosexual in our age group.” That gets her to laugh.

“Alright. I’ll admit it. I do have eyes for Sophie. Who’s your pick?” It’s her turn to smirk at him.

“Why, your boyfriend of course!” Laura bursts out laughing, soon being joined by Serafin.

“You like Katashi? Mr. No nonsense, straight as a pin Katashi?”

“I will have you know that he can never sit without crossing his legs and has many posters of male idols in his room. The man is fruity, I tell you.” Laura takes another sip of her drink as she chuckles.

“You make a compelling argument my good sir.” They both continue to laugh, leaning against the pillar behind them for support.

“Did you two talk about it?” Laura asks. “How you don’t like her that way?”

Serafin nods. “Ya. She feels the same way. You?”

“Ya. Tash knows to fake it. I give you my blessing for what it’s worth.”

“Thanks, and same here. Our parents paired us with the wrong people it seems.”

Laura holds up her glass. “Cheers to that.” Their glasses clink as they both knock back the rest of their beverages of choice.

The song that had been playing during their conversation slowly comes to an end and a round of applause echoes through the courtyard. Serafin leans over to whisper in Laura’s ear.

“Mr. Fruity at 12 o’clock, heading our way.” She looks up and sure enough, Katashi is making his way over to the pair. “I’ll make you a deal. You go dance with our lovely disco ball over there, while I keep the gay man busy and keep the parents off our tails.”

“Deal.” She whispers back, just before Katashi reaches them. He clears his throat and extends his hand.

“Laura, may I have this-” He’s cut off by Serafin grabbing his hand.

“Katashi! Great timing! I was about to come looking for you! I need to talk to you about something.” He starts pulling Katashi through the doors to the interior of the house. “Nice speaking with you Laura! See you later!”

“Bye!” she chuckles. Katashi can’t get a word out before the doors close behind them. Laura swears she saw a bit of blush on his face. She sighs, then turns to the crowd.

Sophie is hard to miss, tentacles glowing under the night sky. Laura briskly walks to her, dodging around people as she goes. No one has approached her so far, but Laura can see a young man walking in Sophie’s direction. She speeds up ever so slightly and manages to get there first.

“Hey.” The luminescent squid whirls around to meet her eyes.

“Oh! Hi, Laura!” She smiles and Laura’s hearts skip a beat. She can’t help but smile too.

“Can we talk?” She asks softly, setting her empty glass down on the refreshments table beside her.

“Sure. Here?”

“I was thinking somewhere a bit more private.” Sophie’s smile grows bigger. She extends out her hand.

“Lead the way.” Laura takes Sophie’s hand in her own and starts to pull her further from the house and the party. She starts to pick up her pace, jogging and eventually running, pulling Sophie beside her as they run through cobblestone passageways between ferns and bushes. Their laughter fills the night around them as the wind flies in their faces.

Soon, they reach a dip in the foliage, camouflaged to only be seen if you know where to look. Laura pulls the other girl through the small gap and into an open space under a canopy of trees. Fireflies light up the air around them and the smell of fragrant flowers drifts on the breeze. They’re both out of breath and panting as they take in the area. Laura feels butterflies in her stomach as she watches Sophie’s eyes light up in wonder. Still not letting go of her hand, Laura tugs Sophie to a small stone bench off to the side so they can catch their breath.

“This is gorgeous Laura.” She sighs as she takes in the scenery. “It’s also very private.” They both laugh.

“Indeed it is.” They sit there for a moment.

“So, what did you want to talk about?” Sophie sets her purse to the side as she swings her legs towards Laura’s and takes both her hands, looking into her golden eyes.

“Oh! I just wanted to see how you were doing. It’s been a long night.” Sophie sighs and hangs her head.

“Believe me, I know! Not many people approach you to dance, but I have 10 at a time asking for my hand. I’d been trying to come find you but I kept getting tossed around. I’m exhausted and my feet hurt so bad in these heels. Sorry I couldn’t talk to you earlier.” Laura slips one of her hands from Sophie’s grasp and sneaks it under her chin, lifting her face so Laura can stare into her crimson eyes.

“Never apologise for something you can’t control.” They both blush as they lock eyes, quickly turning to look straight ahead, one hand still laced with the other. “Anyway, I’m assuming you’re too tired to dance with me right now but-” Laura is cut off by Sophie turning back to her and bringing Laura’s hand near her chest.

“I’d love to.” She smiles and stands up, pulling Laura up with her. “Just let me-” She fumbles as she slips off her heels, setting them by the bench. “There. Much better.” Laura laughs as she does the same. Slipping her hand into her dress pocket, she pulls out her phone. No messages from her father or Serafin. She opens it and selects a song she knows they both love to dance to, setting her phone down on the bench beside them. Sophie’s comment about having pockets in her dress is lost as the tune begins and Laura takes her hand. She guides them both to the centre of the space. Laura’s other hand finds Sophie’s waist as Sophie’s sets on her shoulder. For the first time that night, they are both happy to be dancing.

The pair twirls and spins and sweeps across the grass. As the music builds, Laura slides both hands to Sophie’s waist and lifts her in the air, twirling her around before setting her back down again. They laugh as they drift through the clearing, getting lost in the music and each other's eyes. All too soon, the song is over and the girls come to a rest.

They breathe as one for a moment. Sophie leans towards Laura, snaking her hand from Laura’s shoulder to the back of her neck. Laura comes with the pull and she can feel Sophie’s breath on her cheek. Sophie leans to close the gap and-

“Bbbbbrrrrringgggggggg” Just like that the moment is broken. Laura can see the sadness in Sophie's eyes as she slowly steps away, heading to the bench to fish her ringing phone from her purse. Her eyes go wide as she sees the name. She answers the call.

“Hello mother.” Laura’s intake of breath is just quiet enough to not be heard through the phone. Sophie slowly slides her phone down as she hits the speaker button, putting a finger to her lips as she does.

“-phie darling, where are you? It’s getting late and you and Laura have a photoshoot tomorrow.”

“Laura and I stepped away from the party for a bit.” Laura nods her head at the response.

“Oh. And what of Serafin and Katashi?” Sophie looks to Laura for an answer. Laura walks up to the phone.

“Serafin wasn’t feeling too well so Katashi walked him home. I can do the same for Sophie. We’re not too far from your house.”

“I see. That would be wonderful. Thank you Laura. Marcus and I will continue to mingle a bit before heading home as well. Be safe.”

“We will. Bye mother.” The phone goes dark as Lucy ends the call. They both let out a sigh of relief. Laura runs over to the bench and grabs her phone. Scrolling through her contacts until she finds the one she’s looking for. She hits the call button and immediately puts it on speaker. Sophie gives her a questioning look. The phone picks up.

“Hello?”

“Serafin! Thank cod! Is Katashi with you?” Sophie gives her another weird look.

“Yes… he is. Why?”

“He needs to walk you home right now. Me and Sophie need to bounce and we told Lucy that Katashi already took you home.” Sophie’s eyes light up in recognition.

“Because you’re not feeling well apparently. Good job on that, I had no clue you were lying.”

“Thanks.”

“Laura managed to lie convincingly for once?! Also hi Soph. Ya we’ll get right on that.”

“Thank you.”

“No problem, but you owe me a favour for calling at an inopportune time.”

“I’m fine with that. See you tomorrow.” She reaches to hang up the phone.

“Laura, wait.” She stops. “I just wanted to tell you… THAT I WAS RIGHT OK BYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!” He hangs up.

They stare dumbfounded. Sophie eventually turns to Laura.

“What was that about?” Laura sighs.

“I’ll… let him tell you later.” Sophie just shrugs and goes to pick up her purse.

“I guess we’re walking back to my place then.” She offers her hand to Laura. “Would you mind leading the way, fair lady?” Laura chuckles as she slides her hand into Sophie’s palm, interlacing their fingers as she does so.

“I would be honoured, my beauty.” Sophie blushes.

“Are you calling me beautiful?” Now it’s Laura’s turn to blush. She turns her head away, but still mutters,

“Yes.” It’s quiet, but Sophie hears it nonetheless.

The two walk together in silence. Hands interlaced. Once and a while, one will make a comment about the scenery or how vibrant the stars are tonight. Soon enough, they arrive at Sophie’s estate.

“Well,” She says, sighing. “This is me.” Their hands stay interlaced.

“I guess it is.” Laura turns to Sophie, tracing her eyes over the intricate glowing patterns of Sophie’s tentacles and the glowing freckles on her skin. Then Laura’s eyes fall on her lips. Sophie notices and Laura shifts her gaze away, cheeks lighting up in green. Then she remembers something.

“Before you go,” She turns to Sophie. From her pocket, she pulls out a small, green box wrapped in a purple ribbon, matching Laura’s ink colour exactly. “You can open it now or later. I don’t care, but… I got this for you.”

Sophie unlaces their fingers, much to Laura’s dismay, before carefully taking the box in her hands. She smiles, showing her fangs and looks up at Laura. Crimson meets gold as the two 15 year olds lock eyes. Sophie slips the box in her purse and wraps her arms around Laura’s shoulders, one hand finding her neck and the other, her cheek. She leans in slowly to let Laura move away if necessary. She doesn’t.

They close the gap and all Laura can think is, “Wow! I’m kissing Sophie, I’M KISSING SOPHIE!” Eventually, the both need to breathe, and break apart. Sophie looks back at her house and slides her arms away from Laura. As she leaves, she stands on her tiptoes and gives Laura a light peck on the cheek.

“Goodnight Laura.” She whispers in her ear, then turns and leaves, entering her house. Laura stands there for a moment, still processing what just happened. Then a huge smile slides across her face. She quickly pulls out a compact mirror and fixes her lipstick, noticing the small mark on her cheek.

Without a care in the world, Laura skips back home, humming as she goes.

When she gets home, she immediately rushes to her room, avoiding all the house staff and locks the door behind her. She collapses on her bed as she feels her phone vibrate in her pocket. She pulls it out and opens the two new messages from Sophie.

The first message is an image. In it, Sophie is in her room, hair down and flowing behind her. Lips pulled back in a smile, lipstick still smudged. On her neck sits a glittering, silver necklace that swirls like vines across her collar. Set within the metal are dozens of yellow sapphires, ranging in size from as small as a pea to as big as her eye’s iris.

The second is a text message saying,

Thank you for the necklace! I love it! 💛

Laura smiles and sends a message back.

I’m glad you like it. Yellow suits you.

Sorry I forgot to say it before, but I

Hope you have a good sleep!💚

She sends the message and then clicks her phone off. She starts undressing and changing into her pyjamas when she hears her phone go off again. Laura picks up her phone, seeing another image from Sophie. In this one, she’s also changed into pyjamas, a loose fitting shirt and long pants, both silk per her mother’s standards. She’s still wearing the necklace, but her makeup is off and her tentacles are braided over her shoulder. Her ink colour, instead of the glowing pink it was before, has now switched to a no longer glowing, buttercup yellow that fades to brown at the ends. It matches the necklace perfectly.

Laura sends hearts in her own ink colour back her way. She’s about to put her phone away when she gets one more message. A simple kiss emoticon from Sophie. Her heart flutters as she sends one back and promptly silences her phone so she can get ready for bed.

Both girls dream throughout the night about the party, the dance, the kiss and the new relationship they are building. They’ve only known each other for 3 months now, but they know one couldn’t live without the other.

Luckily for Laura and Sophie, this is not the end of their story. This is just the beginning.

Happy Birthday Girls!

BTW! I made art for this a little while back! We don’t get a description for it in the story cuz it’s from Laura’s POV, but Sophie might have been watching Laura have a gay panic outside her house

Here you are!

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