Love in Oz (Scarecrow x Reader (Wizard of Oz fanfiction))

Chapter Fourteen: The Ozdust Ballroom

I woke up the next morning fully expecting yesterday to be a dream like the first time we came to Oz. But it wasn't a dream. I was still in Oz. I was still in the room I was given in the palace of Emerald City. I'm staying with Scarecrow who lives here too. I got out of bed to find something to wear instead of the Harlequin outfit that never changed back into my old dress. I liked that dress. I'll find something new. I looked in my wardrobe to see nothing but green and white outfits. Well, I guess this is the Emerald City style.

Well, it's better than nothing. I put on something casual and went exploring but mostly to find Scarecrow. I found the dining hall where breakfast was waiting for me. I was half expecting that I would have to make it. But I guess Scarecrow is a royal since he's in charge of Oz so he probably got someone to make it for me. I ate the food before going to find Scarecrow again. I walked around until I found him what looked like a ballroom. He was helping people get it ready for something. I didn't hear what it was because the place looked beautiful.

"Oh! Good morning, (Y/N)," Scarecrow said smiling.

"Good morning. What's all this for?" I asked smiling

"Well, the people of Oz wanted to celebrate being freed from the Jester in Emerald City. So, we're preparing the Ozdust Ballroom for tonight's ball."

"Wait, a ball? Like fancy clothes and fancy dancing?"

"Of course! Why?"

"I don't know how to dance like that."

"Oh, right. If it makes you feel better, neither do I. But Glinda's been to the Ozdust Ballroom before. Perhaps she can help us."

"Okay, let's go to Glinda then."

So, the two of us to see Glinda about learning to dance. We took a carriage there since she lived in the North of Oz. I wonder what Glinda's palace looks like. We've only been in the East and West of Oz since we've been in Oz. But Scarecrow has probably been everywhere by now being the ruler of Emerald City, the capital city of Oz. But how doesn't Scarecrow know how to dance? I thought being a genius, he would know how to do everything. I guess even a genius can't know everything. It just shows how human Scarecrow is even if he isn't.

So, we arrived at Glinda's palace in the North. It looked a lot different than Emerald City but it suits the country. At least I think it's a country. I have a lot to learn about Oz and the different lands. We got out of the carriage and Scarecrow asked a guard if we could see Glinda. He left to tell Glinda we were here before coming back to take us to her. This place is so beautiful. I'm almost scared to look around in case I lose the guard and Scarecrow. I just stayed by Scarecrow so I couldn't get lost.

We made it to Glinda who welcomed us here. Scarecrow told her why we were here and asked if she could teach us to dance because she once went to the Ozdust Ball a long time ago. She seemed taken aback by the fact Scarecrow knew about the last time she was there but agreed to teach us anyway. Scarecrow seemed to get the hang of it quicker than me. When he did, he helped me get the hang of it better. There was so much to go through for a ball.

When we learned everything we needed to know, we left to get ready for the ball even though that's hours from now. Best to be prepared. I just occupied myself in my room while I waited. I just read a book. I did give Scarecrow his journal back after I told him I found it back when we were trying to find the guys. He was okay with it and thanked me for giving it back. I didn't read any more of it as I felt I had read enough. As the time came for the ball, I heard a knock on my door. It was Scarecrow with a box.

"Hey Scarecrow," I said smiling.

"Hello. I've got you a little something for the ball," Scarecrow said smiling.

He set the box on my bed where I was sitting and opened it to reveal an Emerald-green dress that was long at the back and short at the front. It was beautiful.

"This is stunning," I said smiling.

"I knew you'd like it. I'll let you get ready and I'll see you at the ball," Scarecrow said smiling

"See you there."

Scarecrow left and I put on the dress. I did add a few things like matching shoes, fixed my hair a little, and put on a little accessory in my hair. I really hope this goes well. I made my way there to see a lot of people from all the different countries were here. Even Marshal and the China Princess. Someone announced my arrival and all eyes were on me. I feel like I'm standing out now. Scarecrow was waiting for me like he said he would. He came over and took me through the crowd of people.

After that, the ball went on with people dancing and talking. I stayed with Scarecrow who was staying away from the crowd. He rules Oz so he only greets the leaders of the different countries when they came over and were introduced to him. I guess this is all formal but I didn't know. It was time for the dance we had been practicing with Glinda. I went down to join everyone but Scarecrow was held back. He wasn't allowed to join this dance. I should be fine on my own.

We started the dance which was very formal and the dance partners always changed. I looked over to Scarecrow who had his eyes on me the whole time. I know I should be trying to fit in with the people of Oz but I want to make this ball a little less bland. Our partners made some room for the next step but I left the line and started to do my own thing. The music even changed and copied how I was dancing. I was just spinning and moving to the flow of the music. I could feel the stares but I didn't care.

Marshal and the Princess decided to join me to show everyone it was actually fun. Then Tinman and Lion joined too. And soon more people just joined in. The people on the side clapped in rhythm as we all just did our own thing. I looked back at Scarecrow who was just watching from the side still but loving it. I motioned him to join but he shook his head no. I just ran over and dragged him on the dancefloor. The tune started to change so I took both of his hands and spun us around.

The tune went back to how it was before and we let loose again. Scarecrow was clearly hesitant but just joined in just wanting to have fun. The tune changed back to the formal dance as Scarecrow and I met again. He led the formal dance before the tempo went back to when I started doing this new dance but he didn't let me go. We just danced around faster, just smiling and laughing. This was so much fun. We did let each other go to just dance on our own for the rest of the dance.

Except for one moment where he managed to lift me up and spun me around. Soon, the dance ended with Scarecrow and I looking at each other, smiling like idiots. This was fun and I can tell Scarecrow didn't regret dancing with me when I dragged him over with everyone else. This night won't be forgotten anytime soon.

(A/N: Sorry this took so long. I got distracted with YouTube videos and I'm easily distracted. I'm going to start updating more (Hopefully) and thank you BuckeyeGirl2002 for suggesting the Ozdust ballroom. That helped me out a lot with this chapter. See you in the next chapter)