❝ the night starts here, the night starts here ❞[OPEN TO ALL]

[rivelata_madam]

EVENT - MADAMS' BALL

WHO: The Madam, her girls, and anyone who so desires to attend.
WHAT: It's time to celebrate the changing of Season, so what better way than with a party? :)
WHERE: The Castles Courtyard.
WHEN: 09/15/09

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[reallyiamagirl]

Haruhi had never been to a ball before -- she'd only attended the one formal party where she was dressed like a boy, and then the closing ceremonies of the Ouran Fair, in the simplest of dresses. Everything in the castle courtyard was fancily decorated with the lanterns and the random fireflies that she remembered lit up the night sky during the carnival.

This was new and completely different experience for her. If anyone ever had any doubts that she wasn't a girl, they would be completely erased after tonight. Though, she wasn't completely comfortable in what she was wearing -- it was too poofy and frilly for her tastes, and the dress just screamed, "Look at me!" Something which she didn't want to happen, especially with Tamaki-senpai at her side. And the shoes... why did they have to be heels? Her lack of grace would definitely be noticed. Haruhi felt a sudden wave of self-consciousness

[totaldrama_king]

He couldn't say he could be much happier at the moment. Walking in the doors in his tuxedo, he strode happily. Tamaki always enjoys dances and balls alike. He was fond of ballroom dancing and social gatherings in general

But one of the best parts of the night? Tamaki was so excited Haruhi was dressing very feminine. He had seen her in a dress and girl clothes plenty of times. But this dress... When he saw her dressed in it, his face turned a dark shade of red. It almost matched his tie. Luckily, Tamaki seemed to do a good job of hiding it.

"I want to hang out with you though." Tamaki smiled to Haruhi. "Why wouldn't I enjoy myself with you?" A soft look of concern crossed his face. He noticed Haruhi's nervousness and was wondering why she was so nervous. Maybe it was because she had never been to a ball dressed like a woman? He was sure everyone would love her and her dress.

[reallyiamagirl]

She clutched at the skirt of her dress apprehensively. She felt a little out of place. Back home, going to a ball -- a real one -- just wasn't in the cards for her. Everyone was so fancy, so graceful, and so articulate. Even though her outward appearance may have said she was too, underneath it all she was just plain, simple, t-shirt and jeans Haruhi. A commoner, all the way down to her core.

"I just feel... a little out of place, that's all," she replied with an unconvincing smile. Her hands still had a death-grip on her dress, which was probably getting wrinkled by now. With a sigh she added, "And I look ridiculous."

[totaldrama_king]

Tamaki patted Haruhi's shoulder softly. "Don't worry. I think you look just fine." He had to choose his wording carefully. Tamaki did not want to make her uncomfortable, especially because she already was. Her thinking that Tamaki was going to try to make a move on her was the last thing Tamaki needed to deal with.

"There's no reason to worry about feeling out of place. There's no classes here. Everyone's the same." He told her, thought Tamaki was unsure if it was what she was nervous about. "Plus, everyone here is friends. You should just make sure you have a good time tonight."

[reallyiamagirl]

Somehow, Tamaki's words made her relax, just a little. The dress, the scenery, the music... maybe, just maybe, for tonight she could pretend to be the "belle of the ball." Well, maybe not the "belle," but one nonetheless. Even so, she still felt uncomfortable in her dress. The heels she wore did do something to her posture though -- she stood straighter and taller than she ever had, and she noticed it

[totaldrama_king]

With her words, he ended up staring into Haruhi's eyes for a few seconds. Suddenly, he realized what he was doing and quickly glanced in the other direction. His face was growing pink again. Why did she have to be so cute in that dress?

"Thanks." Hearing Haruhi's compliment, Tamaki turned back towards her. "You know, this tie and vest are actually from here. It's surprising. With the lack of technology, I wonder how they make such detailed clothing." He smiled, his curiousity lightening the mood for him.

There was an awkward pause before Tamaki met Haruhi's eyes again. "There's not too much dancing music playing right now. Want to see if they have any snacks?"

[reallyiamagirl]

"I just wonder how someone was able to get this many ruffles on one dress," she mumbled in response to Tamaki's comment. Haruhi fluffed her skirt out to prove her point.

To his suggestion about the snacks, she nodded, thankful to move again. For a second, she even wondered if she could sit down in the dress. She pushed the thought aside as she realized her stomach was growling. She didn't eat at all today. So she answered Tamaki with a nod and said, "Yeah. I'm kind of hungry."

Haruhi was doubtful they'd have any ootoro here, but she'd eat whatever was there anyway. Not like she had much of a preference for food. Food was food, and that was it. Besides, eating something might get the feeling of butterflies in her stomach to go away.

And wait, she thought to herself, realizing his quick comment about "dancing music," did he expect to dance with me? There was a quick flashback in her mind to the end of the Ouran Fair, where she actually had her last dance with Tamaki... right before she ended up here.

She followed him, in search of

[totaldrama_king]

Tamaki chuckled. "You'd be amazed at the things that some people can do." He had seen his fair share of odd clothing or just clothes that make you wonder how it was even possible.

He nodded and led them to the table which had the snacks. Looking back and forth, finally, Tamaki took a small, triangle cut sandwhich that was on the tray in front of him and bit it. "Mmm, these are goods. There's some chocolates and desserts further down the table." He looked at Haruhi. "What do you have a taste for?"

[reallyiamagirl]

She scanned the table of food and settled on the platter of fresh vegetables, just a few steps down. Of all the delicious-looking food there was, she ended up picking up a slice of carrot and started munching on it. The last thing she wanted to do was eat something "messy" and ruin her dress in the process. Part of her knew she shouldn't be acting like this, but she just couldn't help it. It was like an automatic reaction.

But the piece of carrot was helping her stomach. After finishing it, she grabbed a napkin and placed several other vegetables on it and continued to eat

[totaldrama_king]

He smirked at seeing that Haruhi chose to eat the vegetables. He reached over and grabbed a carrot himself to much on. She was so cute while she ate healthy.

He nodded to her, heading towards the desserts table. Tamaki turned his head, looking at everyone else at the ball. They all had such beautiful clothing and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. It was like the events the host club had. He just wanted to see everyone cheerful.

Tamaki's eyes snapped open as Haruhi grabbed his wrist. He turned quickly. At first, he thought that maybe, she could be trying something but noticing her face, Tamaki shook the thought from his head. He reached over Haruhi and put his hand on her shoulder, trying to help her steady herself. "Are you okay?" Tamaki asked her with a concerned look on his face.

He should ttly feed her cake... LMAO. jk

[reallyiamagirl]

When Haruhi had herself steadied, she promptly dropped Tamaki's wrist and straightened herself out. She felt a little embarrassd just grabbing him like that with no warning. It was just that his wrist was the closest thing to grab on to. A slight blush crept up to her cheeks in her embarrassment. She felt like such a klutz.

"I'm fine," she told him as she brushed her hair out of her eyes. She had only been here for two months, but her hair had already started to grow out. It was still short enough not to pull back, but her bangs had seriously started to grow out. She figured she would need some sort of a haircut soon.

"Let's go to the dessert table, hm?" she said and started in that direction.

[totaldrama_king]

His hands fell back to his sides when Haruhi released his wrists. He noticed the piece of hair in her face and as he watched her brush it away, he felt the urge to place it behind her ear himself. Tamaki wanted to see if her hair and face were as soft as they looked.

At once, Tamaki took a step away so he was out of reach. He mentally shook his head. He couldn't go around, thinking of feeling Haruhi's hair. If Haruhi noticed how he was acting, she'd be freaked out. He sighed to himself. Who would have thought it was this hard to be friends with someone you loved more than a friend?

"Yeah. Dessert." He nodded his head, following Haruhi. As they made their way to the table, Tamaki noticed a few pieces of vanilla cake with white frosting and topped with a single strawberry. Haruhi liked strawberries, right? "These look good, don't you think?" He picked up two plates and held one out to Haruhi, hoping she liked this kind of cake.

[reallyiamagirl]

"Yeah, I do," she answered him. She smiled as she took the plate from him and said, "Thanks