When she returned to the function hall, the students were already dancing. The first one she looked for was Jacob, even though it should've been Leo. She searched the room and when she saw him she was about to go when Leo blocked the way.
"L-Leo," she flashed a sad smile.
"Do you mind if I ask you for a dance?" His smile was different, Merida thought but disregarded it. Merida took his hand and they walked to the centre to blend in with the others.
They slow danced, almost hugging and swaying just so timid. Leo could see Merida looking and searching for Jacob and he smiled.
"Looking for someone?" Leo asked her. That caught her attention and raised a brow at him.
"Pfft! No, I am not! I just feel nervous if I look at you," she answers. Leo then turned her around.
"The gown looks perfec
