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Abruptly, she slowed until you and she were just barely moving. The motion was so unexpected that the only thing that kept you from stumbling was the Phantom's steady grip. Her face feigned concern, "Goodness me, was I going to fast during that last bit?" Compared to the whirling speed from before, the Phantom's current pace was a mere crawl that nearly bordered on torture. "We could continue at this rate if you would like?"

(( I think the clear solution to your problem is to forcibly detain someone and drag them onto the ballroom floor for a dance ))

Seeing your expression, the Phantom caved in and laughed. In answer, she began to speed up the dance. Moments later, you and she were a fast twirl of black and red along the dance floor once again. Rather than converse, she led you in an intricate combination of quick turns in a five step tango. If there was a misstep along the way, she would flow into as if it were nothing more than an elegant creative twist.

The time flew by as quick as the pace of the dance and the music finally reached a diminuendo and ended. Although the song had ended, the Phantom took her time to ease the dance to a stop before releasing you from her hold. Her form faded back into transparency as she floated back a half step and presented you with a bow.

(( Pish posh. I think that would work perfectly. You should go do that right now ~nods~ ))

"The pleasure was mine." The Phantom straightened from her bow, puzzlement lighting her eyes. "Cut a rug? The phrase is oddly familiar. Idioms are terribly difficult to keep track of." She fell to your side and began to walk with you off the dance floor.

(( I haven't a clue as to when this ball is supposed to end. Time will tell, I suppose. So many people! You might as well have a dance card at this point ))

OOC: Actually Minty, I was thinking of letting the event go on until people become sick of it. XD

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The Phantom nodded at your words, "I see. Is this a phrase commonly used now?" She led you towards the balcony once more.

(( Omg, a dance hit list. That should be an actual thing ))

The prince watched as the ladies went off to dance, deciding to enjoy the cooler night air a little while longer before joining in with the dancers once again. As he gazed through the doorway, he was reminded of the balls back home. It had been awhile since they had hosted one. A blur of red hair revealed that Lucky was back on refilling dishes and mingling with others. As she passed near the doorway, he could have sworn he saw her lips shaping the words of "caterer" and "flaming reviews". He smiled nostalgically. Hopefully they could start having gatherings like this again soon.


((Sorry for the sudden poof, guys! Stuff came up irl that I had to deal with, but redhead and her brother are back!))

"Well, you could always use 'cut a rug' anyways and if anyone calls you on it, say you heard Minty using it so it must be cool. Then if they don't get that pun, you'll know that they clearly have no appreciation for a clever turn of phrase." She chattered, still flush in the face and feeling energy high from the dance.

"Oh! Hello again. Sorry we danced off on you. I didn't give you a chance to answer my question: which of the three names you gave do you prefer to be called? I could use all three, but I might feel rather like your mother scolding you." Minty waved as Phantom lead them towards the Prince, "Do you dance? Because if you do I have already decided that you owe me one. I am completely covered in glitter from your jacket. If you don't dance, that's alright. I actually don't mind the glitter that much."

Good gravy. No one offer Minty any sugar.

(-insert evil dance laugh here-)