Chapter 14

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(AN: Daisy's dress)

Daisy and Arthur are at the library again

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Daisy and Arthur are at the library again. They are practicing the waltz.

"Since it's been a while, I think we should review how to the three-count tempo. That is where we left off last time." Daisy said.

"I'm just the student. You're in charge." Arthur had a small smile on his lips.

His smile was contagious, and it wasn't long until Daisy smiled too. "Arthur, you're not helping." Daisy said. His smile didn't annoy her anymore. Now it just made her realize how attractive he really is.

Arthur took a step forward. "My apologies, darling." Arthur grabbed Daisy's hand and held it with both hands.

"You don't have to apologize." Daisy said. "Let's begin with the three-count tempo and hopefully we can get to the point of performing the entire dance with music."

"You mean we've reached the point of performing with music?" Arthur's eyebrows lifted in surprise and curiosity.

"I think so." Daisy replied. "It's the only way to find out if you remember the steps."

"Then let's begin. I want to find out if I can recall the steps." Arthur said. He stepped closer and put his hand on Daisy's waist while his other hand held hers.

"Count 1 is when you, the lead, steps forward and I step backward. Then, Count 2 is when you step to the side and I also step to the side. Finally, for Count 3, you bring your feet together and I do the same. I'm just reflecting what you have already done." Daisy reminded.

They rehearsed the three counts for almost fifteen minutes.

"I didn't step on your feet this time." Arthur joked.

"You're a natural. You know how to do the steps." Daisy insisted. "It's not a big deal if you step on my feet. Accidents can happen."

"Are there more steps that can be practiced?" Arthur asked.

"There are advanced steps." Daisy mentioned.

"We should learn them as well." Arthur said.

"All right, but in the advanced steps can be tricky." Daisy said.

"I'm not afraid of the challenge." Arthur smirked.

"For the first step you move in a circle with your partner. You can make the circular motion using a ¼ to ¾ turn, depending on your preference. To move in a circle, we will complete the first two steps of the waltz. Then, you will place your left foot at a slight turn on the third step and then I will place my right foot in the same direction. This will then allow you to turn slightly as you perform the waltz." Daisy explained. "The circular motion will always be to the lead's left. You and I should move in a smooth, fluid turning motion to the left as we're completing the steps."

"Let's try it out. It doesn't sound too bad." Arthur mentioned.

After five attempts, the turn was successfully done. "Arthur, you're so good at this step." Daisy couldn't hide her joy.

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