Submission (#2078) Approved

Oletta has just returned home, still amazed by what she has just experienced a few moments earlier. The elnin never imagined that she could have experienced a spectacle as rare and magical. After all, having the chance to see the enchantment of a fairy ring to possibly have her wish granted is something many Elnins wish they could experience as well. The dancer prepares for the evening and she is still thinking back to this event. She hopes she can give all she has for her last dance and maybe charm someone she has in mind…

Once her hair is done and once dressed, she leaves her little house and takes the usual path to get to town, where the last festival is being held right now. As usual, she contemplates the flowers of Faerindell even though they are closed due to the late hour. Oletta quickly arrives at Elenion, surprised to see so many people walking around and enjoying the last festival.

There were not so many people these last days ... This is the first time I see that ...!

She weaves her way through the crowd, looking at the stands set up for the occasion. Seeing a stall with jewelry, her heart squeezes remembering that she no longer has Katsuki's necklace. Her anguish and shyness go up when she remembers her resolution: to tell him what she feels. Oletta shakes her head to pull her thoughts together, telling herself that she is no longer a kittom to cheer herself up a bit. She continues to roam the festival, greeting a few locals and friends from time to time, chatting with them and receiving their encouragements. Oletta spends the early evening peacefully and ends up arriving where the dance performances take place. She widens her eyes in surprise at seeing all these people currently watching the dances of her companions, overwhelmed by stage fright.

There are really so many people ... ?? I've never seen that ... The festivals were really successful this summer ... But at this point ... I've never danced alone in front of so many people ...

She takes a few steps back before bumping into someone. Oletta turns around and quickly apologizes ... But doesn't expect to see that it's Katsuki, and that he looks at her questioningly, crossing his arms.

- What are you doing Oletta ?? You dragged me all the way here to come watch your dance, so what are you doing there instead of being on stage or getting ready?

- Well ... How can I say ... I …

Oletta stammers a few words, quickly looking away and then lowering her head, her face falling. Nervousness takes hold of her and she lowers her ears, not knowing what to say, for fear that he will get angry or disappointed. Katsuki continues to stare at her before sighing when he sees Oletta's annoyed expression. He gently puts a hand on her head to reassure her, being careful not to mess her up.

- Hey, there's no reason for you to be scared. It's as usual, plus you've become stronger. You're gonna tear it all up, so don't look like that, keep your confidence!

Oletta looks at him then, diving into Katsuki's eyes. She slowly comes to grab Elnin's cloak, obviously still anxious.

- Do you think it'll be okay ...? There are so many people ... and I will be all alone... I have never danced like this in front of so many people... I will also dance in front of you for the first time ... I. .. I want to be great ... I don't want to ... disappoint you ...

She said these last words, lowering her head, blushing suddenly. Katsuki widens his eyes in surprise before catching her suddenly by the shoulders.

- Of course I think so !! I have no real reason to be disappointed ...

Katsuki's voice becomes a little lower and he mumbles, looking away, a little embarrassed too

- I'm glad you invited me to see you dance. Well, I'm not comfortable with that kind of things like crowds and festivals. But I'm curious to see your dance.

He looks at her again, this time seriously.

- So don't stress so much, and stop thinking about unnecessary things !!

Oletta hesitates for a moment before nodding, smiling slightly at her. She moves closer to him and leans her head against him for a moment, taking a deep breath. Katsuki turns completely red, freezing at this contact he's never used to before. Oletta steps back in a better mood.

- You are right ! I will do my best ! Thanks Katsuki ...

Katsuki nods to answer her, then Oletta greets him before going to see her companions, taking the opportunity to train while waiting for her turn to dance. She relaxes as best she can, even if she remains a little nervous.

And soon it's Oletta's turn to dance for the last one. When she settles into place, the locals cheer her on before calming down so the elnins can listen to the music band. Oletta then begins to dance with grace, passion and energy, perfectly executing her steps and drawing her audience into her universe. She sees Katsuki trhought everyone, looking at her, smiling, his eyes filled with pride. She smiles back at him, and she becomes radiant, shining through her dance.

When she finishes, the whole crowd cheers her with applause and whistles. Oletta then thanks them with the other dancers, they make a general salute before the music band resumes and everyone can dance. She manages to escape away and to join Katsuki, where they usually met, her heart beating very fast.

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The two elnins meet up a bit outside of town, Oletta arriving shortly after Katsuki. He gives her an amused look before ruffling her hair, telling her how fantastic she looked earlier. Oletta takes the opportunity to tease him in turn, the two bickering gently before fgoing to one of their favorite place. The moon's rays light up the sleeping flowers, a gentle breeze flutters a few pink leaves and flower petals. Katsuki settles down on the ground, lying down crossing his arms behind his head and looking at the sky, relaxed. Oletta sits next to him, looking at him with tenderness.

- Thank you for coming to see me Katsuki, that makes me really happy ...

- Well, it's nothing, it was really fun. I liked it, I don't regret.

Silence settles between the two, Oletta looks at the sky too. Nervousness wins her over again, her heart pounding as she thinks about her own words and wondering if it's the best time to tell him everything. She closes her eyes, breathing in the sweet scents of nature that are offered to her, trying to regain her calm and to face this fear that begins to weigh on her again. She knows she might regret it, be hurt, and maybe even lose ihim... The anguish rises a little more, but she remembers her resolve and her friend's advice. The longer she waits, the greater the pain will be afterwards. Once Katsuki would pushed her away, Oletta could get back on a good friendship with him, without her heart risking losing its way in the future. She has to face her fear a second time tonight …
She stays calm as she breaks the silence between the two.

- Katsuki, I need to talk to you about something. This is ... Rather important.

Her voice becomes a little more timid at the end of her sentence. Katsuki straightens up to sit next to her, ready to to listen to her.

- Yeah? What's wrong ?

Oletta looks away, being able to feel the frantic beating of her heart in her chest. She takes a deep breath before looking at the elnin, blushing heavily.

- These last months ... I got to know you a lot better. We experienced a lot of things together, this time spent between us has really become precious for me. I've never been so happy before knowing you ... And ... Thanks to a friend, I ended up realizing something... I don't think I'm wrong anymore ...

Oletta's voice becomes much more timid, but as she says these words all the anguish and nervousness she may have felt vanishes in an instant.

- I have feelings for you... I love you, Katsuki.