Beach Bash

At first it was nothing but awkward and embarrassing. He fought not to trip on her toes as he let her guide them. He fought to make his stumbling look intended, and more than once had to fight back tears. Hana deserved better than this, better to dance then someone with lead in their heart. He didn’t know why it was hitting him so much harder today. Perhaps it was the idea that today was a large step into their future, and more evidence of leaving his first friend behind.

When she tried to place him in charge, he managed a soft laugh, and shook his head. Kissing her cheek. “Thanks for the dance, Hana, but I think someone else was promised the next one”

Seeing that Azure was accosted by the Princess - and being utterly unaware and blind to any undercurrents or knowledge of the two’s relation - he sought to buy his brother his freedom. It was only fair, after all. Grabbing an especially tender piece of meat, be bounded over towards Venom and Azure, “Hey brother, mind if I steal the Princess for a moment?” he winked at Azure, trying to be subtle as he nodded towards Hana, and plonked himself down besides Venom.