The Maestro and the Singer (Balan x Reader)

Chapter 5: Dance with Me

A/N: IT'S HERE! IT'S FINALLY HERE! TODAY'S THE DAY EVERYONE! BALAN WONDERWORLD IS OFFICIALLY OUT! I CAN'T WAIT TO PLAY IT. But just a little side note, please refrain from mentioning any spoilers in the comments for some people might still need to play it, myself included. If you could that would be a big help. Anyway, I have a special chapter for today to celebrate. Also, (f/s) means favourite song. enjoy!

Third Person P.O.V

Once you got off the train. Balan lead you to the main theatre.

"You did great! And now if you please, it's a break you can take." He said as he bowed. You weren't really used to him rhyming. He looked up at you. "I like to rhyme sometimes." He said slyly with a wink.

You chuckled and you both continued to walk until Balan jumped almost three feet into the air. You were worried at what had happened.

"Balan? Are you alright?" You asked. "Yes, sorry. It's just that... oh, blast it! This won't do at all!" You were still confused by what he meant so you gave a little head tilt.

"This theatre has gone YEARS without needing a clean. Now look at it, covered in nothing but dust and sorrows." Balan was being a bit over-dramatic. Well this was a theatre after all. You rolled your eyes playfully and offered a suggestion.

"Hey, why don't I help clean things up. You could use a helping hand around here." Balan put a gloved finger under his chin and rubbed it gently as if he was deep in thought.

"Well, we do have some time before the next act, and if you really want this to be how you spend your break then it's okay." He mumbled to himself.

"Well now, I'd love that very much!" He twirled in happiness. "Thank you, (y/n)." He then shook your hand at a rapid pace.

"No problem." You rubbed the back of your neck with a chuckle. "Here, I'll do this place and you take the back, okay?"

"Of course. Sounds like a marvellous idea!" Balan beamed as he then rushed to the back of the theatre at his inhuman pace. You chuckled and went to go find the nearest broom.

After minutes of well spent cleaning, you were almost finished. Just needed to finish little spots, here and there.

All of a sudden you began to hum (f/s) while twirling around with the broom. You were graceful like a swan and your movements were undeniably smooth.

Seconds after humming the song, it gradually turned into soft singing. You continued to dance along with music somewhat playing in your head. This attracted the attention of a certain maestro, who was watching behind the curtain.

You soon lost all control and really got into the swing of the music. You twirled and jumped with the broom still in your hands.

You were twirling until you stopped midway, only to find yourself face to face with the maestro himself. This caught you off guard and there was a sudden silence.

Balan still had his signature grin on his face, but it was a little different this time. It was more... smug, in a way. His eyes were also half-lidded.

He soon broke the silence with once snap of his fingers. This made the broom float out of your hands and back to where you found it, as if by magic.

You were then caught off guard again by Balan's arm wrapping around your waist and pulling you closer. His other hand took your own and your other hand gripped onto his shoulder.

With one wink of his eye, you knew what was happening. You grinned, and allowed Balan to lead you in a dance.

It was the ballroom-like dance but with more twirling and grace. You never knew it at first, but Balan was an excellent dancer. He was as graceful as you.

At one point Balan dipped you which lead you to stare deeply into his golden orb-like eyes. With another wink you got back on your feet and continued to dance.

"I heard you singing there." Balan spoke up, not breaking eye contact and still dancing. "Your voice is as smooth as silk."

His comments made your face heat up. With that, the dance ended with him bowing and you taking a curtsey. You both chuckled and grinned. However, silence filled the theatre once again once you started to think about what he said.

"You know, not many people know that I can actually sing. I'm not trying to toot my own horn or anything, but..." Balan turned to you and tilted his head.

"What you just said... thank you." Was all you said before you emraced him in a warm hug. Balan was suprised at first but then returned it by wrapping his arms around you gently.

"You're welcome, my dear." He whispered as he stroked your hair, ever so gently.

A/N: This was really fun to write! I hoped you enjoyed today's chapter everyone, and enjoy playing Balan Wonderworld! ^_^

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