Serena POV
As we follow Miette towards the building, I begin to feel a bit nervous, but also excited at the possibilities of tonight. There are performers everywhere. I recognize some of them from showcases I have been in in the past, while some of them are unfamiliar. I stare at all the beautiful ballroom dresses in awe. Of course Ash and I are being stared at as well, as expected for the Kalos Queen and Kalos Champion. I catch whispered conversations as we walk by.

"Its really her, the Kalos Queen!"

"Wait, is that the Champion with her?"

"I didn't know they were a thing,"

"OMA I ship it!"

"I wonder if we will get to dance with them!"

"This is so exciting!"

I try to ignore the whispers, especially the ones about Ash and I. I wonder if he notices? I take a peek up at Ash. He has his usual grin on his face, and doesn't seem to notice the gossiping performers. Typical oblivious Ash.

As we step into the ballroom I look around in awe. There are brilliant crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and the wood floor looks as smooth as glass. The party has not started yet, but more performers flood in every minute. Some of them hang out by the huge refreshment table filled with seemingly every goody imaginable. I make a mental note to visit that later. Most are sitting in the cusioned chairs that surround the room. The dance floor remains empty for now.

Miette heads for a section of empty chairs and sits down to wait. All of us except Bonnie, who went to check out the treats, does the same. Miette pulls out her phone and checks the time.

"It should start any time now," she announces. We nod and begin to talk, waiting for the dance to begin. About a minute later I hear my name.

"Ms. Yvonne!" The voice whispers. I look around to find Monseiur Pierre standing off to the side. After hesitating a moment I stand up and walk over.

"Well bring Mr. Ketchum too," he says, looking to Ash. I give him a confused look, but motion for Ash to come over anyways. To my surprise, Pierre takes both our arms and leads us up some velvet stairs overlooking the dance floor.

"You two are almost on," he whispers. Ash gives me a look of confusion and I return it. On to do what? I try to get Pierre's attention, but he has already stepped forward to address the guests. The lights dim and the crowd grows quiet.

"Welcome everyone, to the dance party! Tonight we celebrate our amazing performers and the great friends that support them. To start things off, we will have the King and Queen's dance, from our lovely Kalos Queen Serena, and her date, Ash Ketchum-Kalos Champion. My mouth hangs open in surprise. Ash and I? Dance? In front of everyone? Pierre hadn't mentioned this! Ash gives me a look of panic. I try to look calm and in control.

"Serena, why didn't you tell me?!" Ash whispers hurriedly.

"I didn't know!" I reply nervously. "It's fine, you'll do great," I assure him. Monseiur Pierre motions us towards the dance floor. Ash gulps and holds out his arm, which I take. We walk down the steps and to the middle of the dance floor, which currently has a spotlight shining on it.

"Just like last night," I say, giving Ash a small smile. He returns it and nods. I try not to blush as he places a hand on my waist. I place one hand on his shoulder and the other in his hand. The music starts to play. My stomach starts doing flip flops. Ash steps to the right and I do the same.

Right foot.

Left foot.

Right foot.

Left foot.

It becomes easier as we get into the rhythm. I finally have the courage to look up from my feet. When I look up I find Ash staring at me with a slight smile on his face. His cheeks are tinted red when I catch him staring. Who knew Ash Ketchum could blush? Of course my cheeks turn pink when I notice, and we both look down.

"Your dancing skills have improved," I say shakily, trying to get over the awkward silence. Ash laughs.

"Are you saying I wasn't a fantastic dancer before?" He asks, raising an eyebrow.

"Bonnie said you looked woozy," I reply.

"Good point," he laughs, turning me. I smile. I look over at Bonnie and the others. Miette has a smirk on her face and Bonnie looks as if she is about to have a fangirl attack and pass out. I shake my head in amusement. Ash follows my gaze.

"What are you shaking your head at?" He inquires.

"You are still as dense as ever Ash Ketchum," I sigh. Ash pauses.

"Is it the fact that Bonnie ships us and is having a fangirl attack, and that Miette has been teasing you about how you used to like me this whole time?"

I freeze.

Did he really just-

"I'm not as clueless as I used to be," He says quietly. I look at him in surprise. If he knows about Bonnie and Miette, does he know about...

"I was so stupid back then. I'm really sorry, you were trying to tell me the whole time and I was too clueless to realize until you were already gone." My steps slow. I barely manage to catch his last words as he gives me one last turn.

"And now... its too late."

I'm going to go ahead and start working on the next chapter so it should be done soon. Sorry this chapter was a bit shorter but it was the best way to end it. Lmk in the comments what you thought! Don't forget to vote! ;)