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 [Chel can be quite the worker-bee when it comes to appearances. Sitting at her desk, she holds what she had been working on for the last week up to her chest. Her jewels are spread across the dresser. Or what's left of them. She's not sure what she thinks about it yet.]

What is appropriate?

[She smiles to herself. Why is it so hard to fit in here?

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Action!

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[Rose is on her way back to her room when she stops at Chel's bedroom. She 's received the video and wants to see what her friend is wearing. She knocks at the door, hoping that she isn't disturbing Chel.]

Chel? [Oh, she'll just have to be direct. Rose giggles before continuing.] I want to see this dress of yours, ma'am!

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[Chel whips the door open and smiles at her guest. Lucky you, she's already wearing this in red.]

Hey Rose - how are you?

[she gestures for her to come inside, pining for a compliment like a desert pines for rain]

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[A gasp. Chel's dress shouldn't have come as a surprise to Rose, but still, this might take some getting used to. However, Chel looks so beautiful, as usual! Rose steps inside the room and sits on the end of Chel's bed.]

Oh, you look absolutely lovely, Chel! You made this? It's wonderful on you! [No need to worry about a lack of compliments. As a matter of fact, Chel's dress has Rose thinking about what she's going to wear, as well. Rose doesn't know if her gowns are suitable for a...Casino theme?]

I'm doing very well, thank you. [She smiles at her friend.] I wasn't certain at first, but I'm going to the dance now!

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Really? [shallow Chel is shallow and loves Aurora because she gives really good compliments] Oh, thanks - I had my doubts, y'know? Didn't take very long, though. [liar.]

You are? Who are you taking?

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Yes, really. [She's still smiling sweetly.]

[A deep breath.] I'm taking...Balto! Oh, he was so excited! Do you know him?

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[Chel can be clueless sometimes.]

That's great, Rose. [optimistic smile, but she gestures a little suggestively]

Balto, huh? What an interesting name for a man. Where does he come from?

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[So, she obviously doesn't know Balto.]

Well, he's not - he's not really a man. [She chuckles. There really isn't any other way to say this.] He's a dog, and he comes from Nome. It's in Northern Evangeline. But - you should have seen the look on his face! I knew that he wanted to go to the dance so badly!

Are you going with Tulio? [Rose suggestively raises an eyebrow]

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[a dog. really.]

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Well all power to you, Rose. Don't ever let social norms get in the way of your good time.

[let's pretend this conversation happened before the EsmeraldaxTulio drama - because it kinda did, but kinda didn't?]

Tulio? Yep. [she smiles happily, perhaps proudly]
I forgot that you know him.

No problem - such an exciting thread!

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[A sigh.] Yes, I know it sounds silly, but I just want him to be happy - he deserves to have a good time. That certainly doesn't mean I'm not willing to dance with other people, though!

[Rose is happy with Chel's reaction.] Yes, Tulio and I spoke briefly in the infirmary. Do you know what he's wearing, or is he going to surprise you? My "date" and I obviously can't coordinate, so I'll have to find something to wear...[She's not going to mention the numerous gowns locked away in her trunk; they would be too much of a give-away as to her identity.]

I was actually thinking of going out to purchase something for the event. Do you know of any good places?

it's like an episode of jerry springer

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I'm not really one for purchases, per se. More like steals. [har. har.] I'm planning on finding a pair of shoes with Professor Trouillefou, if you wanted to join us.

But I'm sure you could wear a rag and still pull it off.

Ahaha I know! Give me mooooore drama!

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(ooc: Ooooh, I see what you did there! XP)

[Oh, Rose has no idea, but she laughs at the joke anyway.]

Why, thank you! [Such a sweet compliment from such a darling girl!

Rose takes a moment to think about Chel's offer. She wants to go shopping - but it's that Clopin who's going, as well! She hopes that he's not still irritated with her. At least, that's how it seemed when she last spoke to him! It serves her right if he is, though - she isn't one to judge others! Oh, well, she's bound to run into him again sooner or later, so she might as well go with the group - who knows? It could be great fun!]

I'd love to go with you, Chel! That's so nice of you to offer!