Footloose

Writers: Chelle, Emma
Date Posted: 7th November 2011

Characters: Rhosyn, K'sedel
Description: E Weyrleaders share the first dance of the hatching feast.
Location: River Bluff Weyr
Date: month 5, day 4 of Turn 6

K'sedel

She'd managed to get some wine and food down and now the harpers had tuned
up and were ready to go. Of course, the Weyrleaders would have the first
dance. So Rhosyn sought out K'sedel in the crowd at the edge of the dancing square. "Fast or slow?"

"Depends if you want to show those holderfolk how we celebrate here," said
K'sedel, a smile on his face.

"Well then Weyrleader, lead on!" She smiled, glad that her skirts were short so she wouldn't trip.

Holding out his arm formally, K'sedel prepared to lead his Weyrwoman onto
the dance floor. He gestured to the harpers, who began the introduction to a lively tune. "Ready?"

She nodded and went with him onto the floor. Rhosyn got a firm hold of his
arms then prepared to be whirled around the floor. A smile came across her face. Since she was small, this was what she liked, no bones about it.

The music started, and the dance began. Whilst not the best dancer, this was a tune that K'sedel knew well and to be honest, he had guessed that Rhosyn would prefer a faster tune, and had prepared by having a word with the harpers beforehand.

When the beat came, a slow smile came across her face. This was going to be
fun. Following him, she saw the looks of the crowd as they danced. "This has been a good hatching."

"The start of a good run I hope."

"Mmm I think it'll be a good class of weyrlings. The other ones are coming
along nicely as well." Proud of her queen, she thought about all they had
done since coming to River Bluff. "Of course I wish there had been a gold, but when the time is right, it'll come."

"Orlaith and Nikornath will know when Pern needs another one," he said as he lead his Weyrwoman around the floor.

She realized what he'd done there and smiled to herself. Her Weyrleader was
clever. "Aye. Who sired Alabieth?" she asked curiously.

"Nikornath did."

"Then I'm sure River Bluff's next queen will be fine." Grabbing onto his
arms, she felt herself go downward in a dip before coming back up. Rhosyn's hair was a bit loose, but she didn't care.

The tune slowed to a stop, the Harpers lowering their instruments. K'sedel
made sure Rhosyn was upright, before stepping back, with a bow to her. "My
thanks for the dance."

"We did well, Weyrleader. Go and celebrate our efforts." She smiled, seeing
his family. Leaning forward, Rhosyn bent up to kiss him on the cheek before
releasing him. "I'll see you tomorrow."

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