Who We Are (A Zodiac Story)

POV: Scorpio (Part 2)

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(Can I Have This Dance - High School Musical ~ slowed+reverb - Youtube)

"Dance with me," I say, extending my hand as an invitation. The words flow effortlessly from my lips, laced with a subtle, captivating allure that I know she finds utterly irresistible.

"Sorry, I don't know how," she murmurs, a hint of uncertainty coloring her voice.

"It's okay, I'll teach you," I reassure her, a warm, encouraging smile playing upon my lips. I can sense her hesitation in the trembling of her fingers as she contemplates my offer. With a fragile, yet trusting smile, she places her delicate hand in mine.

Stepping onto the dance floor, the soft strains of a waltz fill our ears. With a gentle tug, I pull Aquarius into my waiting arms, my hand finding the curve of her waist.

"Just place your hand here," I instruct, my other hand coaxing her own to rest upon my shoulder. With our bodies now in closer proximity, I look deeply into Aquarius' eyes, a soft smile playing on my lips, "And the other..." I trail off, my gaze never leaving hers, "here," I say, my voice barely above a whisper as I interlock our hands.

"I'm surprised you know how to do this," she confesses as if she's discovering a hidden facet of my character that she hadn't witnessed before.

I can't help but chuckle, the memories of my past flooding my mind. "I'm familiar with countless occasions like these,"

With a practiced, confident lead, I begin to steer us through the intricate steps of a formal dance before Aquarius can utter another word. Every step was deliberate, every movement executed with precision. I could sense her nervousness, her body tense against mine, and I was determined to change that.

We glided effortlessly across the polished floor, our bodies moving in perfect harmony. The world around us ceased to exist as we became lost in our dance, our connection unbreakable. The room was filled with awe-struck gazes, but their presence faded into insignificance.

Her body melded seamlessly into mine as the tempo of the music quickened, and her trust in me grew in me with every passing moment. I then transition into a sequence of graceful twirls and turns. Suddenly, Aquarius' movements begin to mirror mine with precision, her once hesitant steps transforming into poised, fluid motions.

I initiate a graceful turn, my hand seamlessly guiding Aquarius into the swirling motion. Her skirt flares out around her as she spins, the gossamer material caressing my legs as we move as one. Pulling her close once more, I shift my weight, leading her into a deep, elegant dip. I can feel the weight of her gaze upon me, her mesmerizing eyes drinking in every nuance of my expression.

I slowly pull her back up, our bodies sliding sensually against one another. In a moment of pure indulgence, I allow my hand to drift lower, caressing the soft, supple skin of her backside. Aquarius responds with a barely audible gasp, her body arching into mine as she surrenders to my touch. Emboldened by her reaction, I pull her even closer, my lips grazing the delicate column of her neck as I feel the rapid pulse beneath her skin. Aquarius wraps her arms around my neck, her fingers toying with the hair at the nape of my spine.

We sway gently to the soft, sensual music filling the room. Everything I had been worrying about - the burdens of my past, and the uncertainty of the future - all seemed to disappear. My eyes drift shut, allowing myself to become completely lost in the experience. I relish the feel of her delicate fingers trailing up and down my back, sending tingles of electric anticipation through my body. Aquarius sighs contentedly, her head coming to rest in the crook of my neck. I can feel the soft press of her lips against my skin. I tighten my hold on her, savoring the way her curves fit perfectly against me. In this moment, I'm tempted to throw caution to the wind and pull her in for a deep, passionate kiss - right here in front of everyone.