Oh, empty my heart
He did not step on her toes, which was a wonderful start. Nor did Seren step on his, and she took this as a sign of encouragement. Playing the part of the instructor kept her mind off the sensation of Sah's hand spreading heat through the thin cloth of her shirt - mostly - and she somehow managed a smile that did not quiver as he sought her gaze for confirmation.
"Yes," she nodded encouragingly. "And then we step twice to the left. And then back." In pace with the rhythm of the distant music, Seren guided the way. "Like so." It was a simple dance, perfect for a beginner - it had a minimum of twists, turns and spins, and was easy to remember. "When you have this down, try turning a little with each step. So we go in a small circle."
It was bound to be wobbly and awkward at first, but she didn't mind. A small smile kept shimmering to life on her face, more vibrant the smoother the steps became. This was fun.
"Yes," she nodded encouragingly. "And then we step twice to the left. And then back." In pace with the rhythm of the distant music, Seren guided the way. "Like so." It was a simple dance, perfect for a beginner - it had a minimum of twists, turns and spins, and was easy to remember. "When you have this down, try turning a little with each step. So we go in a small circle."
It was bound to be wobbly and awkward at first, but she didn't mind. A small smile kept shimmering to life on her face, more vibrant the smoother the steps became. This was fun.
I've got to make room for this feeling
SEREN
