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Her challenging smile only enhancing his smug smirk he guided her casually into the middle of the room all to conscious of the fact that they were being watched. Well more Luna than him, but not that he could blame them. Which was why he was more set than ever to make an impression about why he was the fennec lucky enough to have her on hand. “Nah you don't. But see I can do polite formality..” Wrapping a confident hand around the small of Lunas back while knotting their free hands together, Skyes fluffy ears gave the occasional flicker as he took the lead swaying them gently in time in the music, he figured he'd need to ease his date into things assuming she was a novice. Although after a period of comfortable silence he felt the need to break it. “I bet this wasn’t what you were expecting when I told you I had other plans for us tonight. And if I’m being up front I wasn’t entirely sure you would come.”

It felt strange to be exposing even mild parts of vulnerability around her but on the other hand they had known each other for long as he could remember. And however prideful he knew that if he wanted any of this to become more genuine then one of them was going to have make the first move.

“Octopus wh-“ Quick on her heels Skye couldn’t say that he relished the thought of scarfing down raw sea food but the truth being was that he’d probably eat a number of questionable things if that meant that he got to spend longer in Lunas company. Not that he’d ever fess up to that out loud the hierarchy of power between them was already tipping in her favour enough. Somehow they ended up grabbing octopus ramen from a place that hardly looked like somewhere Luna would frequent but he played ‘nice’ well in his own way. He told her very bluntly that octopus ramen tasted like sewage chunks and that she was lucky her looks got her the pull on things. But she seemed to take his honesty in good graces because before long they made it to the next part of the evening he’d planned.

He didn’t exactly know why but gut instinct had just told him that Luna was probably going to prefer the second part of their date more while he’d be going through the motions. Keeping a possessive hand resting on the small of her back Skye guided the crimson furred beauty through a pair of huge glass stained doors, shooting glares at any strangers who he thought was dumb enough to let their gaze linger on her for longer than necessary as they passed. From the second they stepped into the fine establishment Luna would soon hear the rhythmic sounds of tango music. And upon entering the main room she would see various beginner couples attempting the basics of the dance some requiring assistance from the mentors overseeing the evening class and others just making a go at it on their own.

Skye was actually a fairly accomplished dancer because of his mother but he decided he’d keep that under wraps for now. Casually shrugging off his jet black tuxedo jacket which left him in his crisp white button up shirt he stretched his arms above his head before lowering them back down, shoving one hand moodily into his trouser pocket he offered his free hand out towards Luna while he made sure to maintain eye contact. “Would you like to dance? although let's be real we already know your're going to say yes to me so let's not waste time."    

“Ladies I leave you in Miss Hearts ever capable hands.” That being all the support she was going to get from the headmistress Sonya quickly covered up her look of irritation in place for a more optimistic one. Though she made a mental note that her jam being interrupted was something she’d complain to her partner about later. Her attention now fully focused on her temporary young charges her towering fluffy ears gave the occasional flicker while she took in the general feedback from the younger girls about her first impression. And while a lot of what was being whispered couldn’t have been more in her favour she couldn’t help with feel irked that one of those murmurs mentioned that she was Sonics girlfriend. It wasn’t even the mention of her and Sonic being an item that was the issue, she loved Sonic and she knew that he loved her and when put together they were absolutely unstoppable a magnetic force of nature. But she also prided herself on keeping her reputation solid with or without her celebrity boyfriend for connection. She knew that she wasn’t just known as Sonics girl she’d worked hard, saved thousands of lives worldwide in base and out in the field and earned countless amounts of respect for her dues to society. So what she’d heard was just one of those fly away comments but it p*ssed her off all the same.

Lightly clearing her throat to gain the classes attention she spoke making sure her voice while relaxed boomed undertones of authority. “Alright with my baller introduction over I’d say it’s time we began stretching and moved on to all of yours.” Making a small gesture with her hand to let them all know that she wanted them all she sitting she sat herself down both legs stretched wide into a v shape. “While we warm up and for those of you not standing you need to be trying to touch your toes really arch your spines, we’re going to go round the circle and each of you is going to stand introduce yourself and tell me something about you. It doesn’t have to be anything to personal or anything you’d be uncomfortable sharing just something that’ll help me help you. I tend to be able to help others better when I have an idea of what they're about.” Having picked a girl at random the class icebreaker was soon underway. And Sonya listened patiently and non-judgmentally however tempting to each introduction.

Until her blue eyes clamped onto one student in particular and she just knew that this one of was going to have on opinion. It was almost uncanny had it not been for the species Sonya could have gone as far to say that this girl was the spitting image of her at this age. Well maybe not quite her P.E uniform looked overly ironed and unlike various others she didn’t have a hair out of place. Internally grimacing Sonya felt like this one would be the kind to complain about breaking a nail and her assumptions proved true the moment she stood up and opened her mouth.“With all due respect Miss.. Heart was it?  first and foremost I’m Amelia. And secondly I don’t see the point in this ice breaker activity. Your’re not going to be around long so there’s no point in you trying to get to know us. And to be quite frank I just don’t see the need for Physical Education. This class runs in a certain way and as head girl I make sure that happens. You see Miss Heart there are those of us here that do and those of here that don’t.” Thinking that she was being oh so clever the blonde feline gave the tiniest of glances back in the direction of a glasses clad purple feline that yet to introduce herself. Before beginning  to try and sit back down thinking that she’d validly made her point.

Not that she even managed to get halfway before to sitting Sonya was speaking again all traces of jovial banter erased from her tone. “Stand up and keep stretching. I didn’t give you permission to sit back down now did I ? head girl. How long I am or am not going to around isn’t the point of this exercise. Regardless of the time frame for the foreseeable future I’m a member of the staff so I’ll carry out ice breaker activities however I see fit without input. And as for you not seeing the need for Physical Education like everyone else in this class your’re entitled to your opinion. But if your’re going to be bold and express your opinion on my time then your’re going to get the same treatment.” Gathering herself swiftly to her feet the fennec continued her lecture.“It’s a known scientific fact that regular exercise improves the functioning of the brain. The increased blood flow to your brain that exercise causes, along with the release of serotonin improves mood and is supposed to help individuals think more clearly. But judging from your petty attempt to single out a student just now I’d say we still have a lot of work to do.” Flicking her gaze briefly towards the purple cat Sonya definitely agreed that this unknown had seen better days. She looked like she’d been dragged through a bush and the lesson hadn’t even started properly yet. But Sonya could also tell just by looking at her that her strengths were more likely in the scholastic side of things which she could also relate to in a way.

Back in her day she was never singled out as such because she could do it all. Top of the class in all her classes but then an athletic prodigy when physically put to the test. She’d never had to struggle because she’d led a charmed life but that didn’t mean she couldn’t and wouldn’t emphasise here. “I see.. you know it’s actually quite funny. You tried to make your subtle dig with the intention to understatedly humiliate her in front of the unsuspecting substitute but all you’ve done is humiliate yourself. Quick tip for you Amelia common decency is a large factor out in the real world. And let me tell you right now though I’m really not supposed to say. The scruffy unkempt looking cat that your’re looking down  on as someone who doesn't and won’t amount to doing anything she’s probably going to be your boss one day. And as for you.. if you don’t change how you treat other people the only questions you’ll be asking others later in life  is do you want fries with that?” Seeing that the presumed bully had gone three shades of pale and her lip was almost quivering Sonya smoothed her tone into something much more student friendly. “You can finish your stretches sitting down now."

"Glasses girl the floor is yours.”

Her attention now trained back on the ruffled looking cat she waited.               

Twinkle had a wonderful morning that was only enhanced by the addition of a surprise popquiz; naturally the ever prepared kitten she was, Twinkle had studied even the subjects that weren't recommend allowing her to ace the test. She took pride in her beautifully pressed school uniform, dainty gloves and beautiful bow that she wore each and every morning. Her hair was neatly styled into a bun so elegant she could be mistaken for going to prom everyday of the year. Unlike most of her classmates Twinkle was a morning person, she treasured those tiny moments in the morning when she enjoyed a cup of tea while tending to her appearance. Those small moments of peace before gossip started and the voices of her peers could drown out the voice of higher education. It was the evenings she hated and the dreaded period of PE that really made her blood boil.

It was the time of day her perfectly pressed uniform was replaced with an ugly loose fitting gym shirt and bike shorts, her shiny shoes were swapped out for worn-out velcro sneakers, and her beautiful bun was made messy with stray hairs going every which way. Much preferring the academic side of her education, Twinkle dreaded PE and everything it entailed, getting sweaty and stinky wasn't her idea of a good time. So there she stood in the assembly wearing an annoyed look trying to prevent her glasses from fogging up, while the Headmistress explained a surprise for the girls. Rumors had been floating around that a guest from the city was going to visit their school. Twinkle had been hoping it was Princess Sally; she admired the princess's tenacity in the face of super powered foes. When the Fennec fox exploded through the doors, her heart sank a little but her speedy demonstration did catch the slitted eyes of the purple cat. Her eyes followed the the fox from each twirl to flip, and they sparkled in admiration behind her catframe glasses. Standing on her tip toes in her ill fitting uniform, trying to get a better look while her classmates started to cheer while a few begun to whisper.

"Sonic's girlfriend?" She said puzzled, her ears twitching absorbing the gossip from the girls surrounding her.

"I hear she's a doctor."

"She's so lucky she's with Sonic."

"Oh wow! A real Freedom Fighter right here?"

"I'm going to ask for her autograph."

Were just a few of the things whispered while the song came to an end, giving Sonya the stage.