She's My Luna (Alpha Taming)

18 Birthdays and Ballroom Dancing (edited)

OCTOBER- THREE WEEKS BEFORE TRAVEL

Ricardo growled in frustration. " How many times do you plan to step on my toes Lil Amiga...?" He stepped back and sat down to rub his sore feet. Mika had stomped on them at least a dozen times since they began lessons. " Its starting to hurt. " he muttered.

"Sorry! I just keep panicking and then get defensive.. " she sighed and pouted holding her arm by her side.

Esmeralda giggled from the seat next to Rico. " Don't worry. He is just being a baby. But, you do need to relax. " She smiled brightly.

They arrived early the next morning. Ricardo was actually pissed that Mika was so sore. He kept yelling at Jayce because dance required her to be relaxed and at peace. It was an art according to him. His Luna was very timid at first. Just like he said. Shy, sweet, innocent looking, and even a little child like. That was until she and Mika hit it off.

She was a short little woman, with curves, and medium black hair. Her bright green eyes shined out against her dark completion and high cheek bones. She was beautiful. Her accent was heavy, but understandable as well.

They started to talk, and Mika cracked a joke about Jayce. In return Esme started in on Ricardo. He was shocked to say the least. His quiet little beauty had quite the wild side around Mika. He was glad to see her come out of her shell though. " I'm not a baby. You try leading her since you seem to get along so well. " he huffed softly.

Esmeralda simply smiled. " Well, I have a feeling we are teaching her wrong. Yes these are basics, but she keeps going into defense mode. Like she is preparing to fight. So, let's have her run basics with a broom? Just until she gets accustomed to holding on with both hands. "

Mika tilted her head. " A broom? My partner is a broom?" She asked softly feeling a little down. She hung her head in defeat.

" It takes a lifetime to be as talented as we are. You just focus on getting used to it. Then we'll move onto trusting your partner to dip you, and hold you up. " she smiled. " Besides, I'm doing it with you. Here. Come on. Let's get started. " she hurried.

Mika sighed. " Okay... " She took the broom from Esmeralda, and they both went to starting position.

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" Are you sure this is working? It feels way to easy now..." Mika said going over the routine yet again.

" Positive. You haven't let go of either hand in hours, and you are slowly getting your footing down. " She nodded and stopped. " I think it's time to work on trust. You need to work with someone besides Jayce if you are going to dance with others. "

Mika nodded, " Yeah. I guess so. " She felt self conscious about this. " Do you think I'll be able to handle this in a long dress?"

" Yeah. It isn't as hard as you think. Most dresses fit for dancing have either long slits, or plenty of leg room. You just need to know the steps. " she assured. " The moves can be universal for most classical dancing. Your partner will lead, and allow you to catch up. So no worries there. Just rely on others. Rico dear! She's ready!" She called prancing off to find him.

Mika sighed and sat down. She rubbed her aching feet. These heels were hell. " Ugh... I hate heels. " she whined softly.

" Trust me. So do I. " A rich accent came from behind her. " But, you'll need them. So get used to them. " Rico smiled a little. " My Esme put you through the wringer hmm?" He asked helping her off the floor.

" Yeah. Kinda. " she sighed softly.

" She has opened up a lot with you. I'm glad she made a friend. I will admit. I was a little worried about her. She is always so shy, and reserved. " He chuckled as he whisked her right into starting position. " My, my.. she did help. You would have stomped on my foot by now. " he joked.