Fear of death (dream smp)

13. Music

The hustle and bustle spread quickly, as soon as the sun began to set everyone was inside getting ready for the night. I even noticed people I had never seen before enter the castle. My brain was overwhelmed with thoughts about how I looked, there was no one to impress but I still wanted to look good, especially since someone was going to be dancing with me all night.
Once my attire was put together (You can imagine yourself in whatever you like), I finally stepped out my house, taking a deep breath to calm my nerves.
I had two knives situated by my hips, not noticeable in the slightest as I checked with Techno a dozen times. As I stepped along the path I looked forward to see the magnificent beauty of the castle, its lights making it shimmer, it was an incredible sight. People had started to gather in, a sea of formal attire flooded the area, I felt a tad out of place since not more than a few days ago I was fighting a bunch of mobs invading an area of L'manberg. Attending formal occasions wasn't common for me.

As I walked in I was swept into a bliss of shimmer and shine, a staircase led to the floor where people had started to gather. Looking around for people I knew I felt myself accidentally bump into someone. Turning around suddenly I let out a sigh of relief at the sight of Techno.
"God I feel so out of place here." I mumbled nervously.
He chuckled, "Don't you worry, all we got to do really is dance and make sure no one gets hurt.
I nodded, "Let's just hope not too much happened, its difficult to manoeuvre in this" I admitted.
We created a small group of people in one corner of the room consisting of me, Techno, Wilbur, Tommy and Tubbo.
I couldn't help but scan for the members of the Dream smp, I was anxious to see them again, after the other night in particular.
That is until our group went silent, I looked at the direction of their eyes and my mouth was left ajar slightly.
There they were, Waltzing in surprisingly good attire. George wore a light Blue and navy combo suit. Dream wore a green and sage suit and Sapnap wore a breathtaking dark red and black suit. They walked in, looked around until their eyes found our group.
"Greetings, a lovely evening isn't it?" Dream smiled at me, his face going back to normal as he looked at the others.
"Indeed, it will be a night to remember." Wilbur remarked holding his glass as though to make a toast.
"Y/n, may I talk to you privately?" Dream asked me.
I gave him a smile, "of course,"

We walked away from the group.
"Everything okay?" I asked.
"Yes yes, I just wanted to know, did you hear what Punz said last night?"
I was silent for a moment, "Yes, I did."
I guess Sapnap did tell Dream.
"Okay well I wanted to assure you that Punz is just a bit paranoid at the moment and that Sapnap, George and I were happy for you to stay with us."
I gave him a reassuring smile, "It's completely fine. I understand his concern, but your ideas are not my business and I have accepted it."
"Thank you Y/n, I hope you know that... even in this time of tension, you can trust me."
I nodded, "It is appreciated."
Before another word was said Eret's voice boomed on the mic.

"Welcome all! I would like to present you the finest night of the year, the masquerade ball!"
Everyone clapped and cheered, the energy in the room rising.
"Now not everyone will be receiving a partner at first, but there is always a chance of a partner swap during the dances."
This was it, who would I be dancing with?
He read out the names, one by one, my nerves were absolutely shot, until I heard my name...
"And finally Y/n shall be partnered up with Sapnap." He shut the book of names, "please make your way to the centre of the floor."
My head whipped around to look at him, his handsome features shone in the light, a small smirk on his face.
"May I take thine hand?" Sapnap joked with me.
I chuckled, "But of course." I felt my cheeks go blood red. In the corner of my eye I could tell Dream's expression had changes drastically.
We linked arms, making our way to the floor. The orchestral music began, the smooth melody was bliss for my ears.
Standing opposite each other, my right hand linked with his left. His other hand on my hips and mine on his shoulder.
"I must say you do look incredible, you stood out from the whole crowd." He complimented.
I chuckled, "I mean I must disagree but thank you."
"Don't be so humble you look amazing." He gave me a smile.
"Well thank you, I think the red suits you." I said back.