This is for Gmrsugarart and her writing contest !!

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" Come onnnnnnnnnnnnnn ~! " The girl with the pigtails whined. Her voice had cut out from the other side of the phone; furthermore, she really didn't want to go to date night alone and wanted her crush to escort her across the silvery, shining floor. 

" Do you comprehend I'm not one for dancing Paris? Plus, I don't know if I wanna go... " the cantankerous voice huffed from the other side of the phone. 

Paris only scoffed as she whined. " It won't be fun without you!!! " 

After moments of silence, his British dialect thick as he finally let out a subdued sigh. " I presume since our other companions are coming, why not... Right…? " 

He seemed uncertain about the whole ordeal; however, Paris squeaked through the phone moderately loudly in excitement. Her eyes glittering as she barely heard what her crush had been saying until he repeated himself.

" Should I pick you up...? " The British voice was awkward and tranquil. Paris beamed at the small offer, and her head veered towards the clock as she exclaims. 

" Todd is going to pick me up, so no need to worry about getting me~." Paris teased through the phone; however, the silence was all she received until she heard a light grumble that she couldn't quite make out. 

A thundering knock on her downstairs door startled her. She hastily gave a rushed ' I love you ' only to hear what sounded like dying cat noises emanating from the other end of the phone. Her jacket had been tied around her waist, and she unfastened the hold. 

She skipped down the stairs, her younger sister sat on the couch with her boyfriend and gave a small smile, 

" Have fun Paris-! " 

" Thanks, you too! " Paris beamed at her younger sister, waving goodbye and shutting the door gently behind her. She began to skip down the small porch stairs, only to hear a meager chuckle come from behind her. 

" Hey, there chérie, full of energy are we…? " The fox asked, a small grin on his face as a faint red pickup truck's passenger door was ominously open. 

Paris gave a warm-hearted simper, her eyes skimming down at Todd's suit, and adjusted the sloppily tied bowtie.

" Where would you be without me..? " Paris sighed, her hands softly adjusting the bowtie and making the knot tighter. She only heard a small chuckle as the fox shrugged, 

" The fashion police would be all over me, wouldn't they —? " 

" Tch, they'd lock you up— " and with that animadversion, she felt a small slug as they both trotted towards the dark red pickup truck. The wind blew coldly, raking itself against the female's skin, and she couldn't help but shiver. 

Todd noticed the small shiver and waited for Paris at the open door, softly closing it behind her as she stepped into the truck. " Don't worry princess, I'll turn the heater on~." He winked, finger gunning the air like he usually did when making a disastrous flirt. Paris could only let out a humble giggle, her hand concealing her face. 

" Thanks. " 

Todd galloped towards the driver's seat and surmounted in clumsily. Paris couldn't help but notice that Todd's cheeks were kind of hued with redness as he took his truck out of reverse and back into drive, ready to go to the dance. 

" So… " Paris unobtrusively asked out. Usually, she wasn't the best at starting conversations, but her face hued up in light pink as she scootched towards the red fox. " You and Mavis seal the deal or…? " 

" Me and Mavy!?!? Pfft— " Todd brushed off the question and then buried his head into his exposing chest fur. His eyes glancing away from the road as Paris grabbed the steering wheel, keeping the car steady. 

" I'm going to take that as a duh~? " Paris teased as the fox glimpsed back up suddenly, her hands releasing the steering wheel and going back cozily into her lap. Her purse falling noisily on the dirty floor. 

" I don't get why I am so nervous to talk to her... " Todd sighed out, his soft glance began to manifest into a frustrated glower. He clenched his teeth, and Paris placed a gentle hand on his shoulder, her comforting aura seeming to calm the frustrated fox. His shoulders slouched a bit, and let out a desperate sigh. 

" I just... want her so bad... " 

" And it's going to be alright, " Paris calmly responded, her voice soft like a blanket. She noticed the bright lights dancing along the street and noticed a small mob of people swarming in front of the popular school. 

" I have a question... " Todd asked quietly. His voice was almost so quiet that she didn't catch what the fox had said. Paris scootched towards him, her eyes glittering with curiosity as she wanted to help her dear friend out. 

" What's wrong dear...? " Paris asked, her voice soothing like a mother talking to an infant. Todd had pulled his pickup truck in reverse, parking it along the other cars. The dark had snuck up on the two as their feet made soiled contact with the ground, a small puddle roared upwards at Paris, splashing her exposed legs. She ignored the rising coldness on her flesh as she grabbed her purse. 

" I wanna ask her out; however, I do not know if I am her type or not. " His usual monotone voice was oozing with despair that he would never be able to get with Mavis. Paris waddled her way towards Todd, a bright smile on her face as she tried to bring enlightenment towards the fox. 

" Hey, it's totally alright to be frightened! There's nothing fallacious with being timid about asking someone to dance, trust me... " Paris gave a small smile, her purple eyes moving away from the red fox that joined her side. 

" I guess so. Is he even going to show up...? " That sentence triggered a feeling that Paris tried to ignore. Her heart thumped quietly as her clammy hands clung to Todd's sleeve. 

" I know he will. I know he will. "

The two traveled towards their destination, the school, and spotted the beautiful fox wearing a seafoam green dress. Her back was exposed, and she hid in her curly lavender hair. Paris glimpsed towards her right side and gave a small chuckle when Todd tore off his suit jacket and placed it around Mavis, giving a small smile. 

" Hey, Mavy. Don't want you to be cold. " The gesture was short and sweet as the shorter fox gave a small giggle, her green eyes lighting up like a firefly in the summertime. 

Todd stood there awkwardly for what seemed like the longest moment of their lives. He finally coughed in his hand as his tail began to slash anxiously. " Yeah, nice talking to you- " 

Paris grabbed him in her iron grip at his wrist and gave him a warm nod, an inviting invitation to make their duo a trio. 

" Paris was wonderin- " Paris elbowed him hard in his side, his words getting caught in his throat as he began to kick at the dirt with his foot. " I was actually wondering if... "

" Are you asking me to accompany you to the dance, Mr. Scott? " Her angelically soft voice whispered through the cold air, her cheeks darkening with each passing moment. 

" You guys are so wholesome... " Paris whispered to herself, her heart screaming in joy as Mavis cuddled her face into Todd's arm and mumbling the words, 

" Finish the sentence, Mr. Scott. "

" May I have a dance with you? " 

The squealed that escaped the smaller fox said it all as she clung to the taller fox's arm, his eyes gleaming as he flashed a toothy grin at the pigtail girl. 'Thank you' he mouthed as Paris waved Todd and Mavis off, who skipped excitedly towards the door. Paris gave a soft smile as she watched the two giggle their way into the dance as a feeling of coldness washed over the girl, her purple eyes glancing around for her date. 

Seconds turned to minutes. Minutes felt like hours, which felt like endless days. A soft rain began to cry from the sullen sky as the french girl had finally given up and turned her attention towards the school door. Her hands burned into the cloth of her purse as her eyes whined out longingly. 

Should she even stay? Her purple eyes scanned the empty road, cars clustered around the street, causing uneasy claustrophobics to feel afraid. She didn't feel like there was a need to even stay at the dance if she knew her crush wasn't going to show up. 

Something pained her heart as the slow heartbeat throbbed in her ears. She felt like she had been robbed of a good time. Her fingernails began to scratch at her flesh. Her feet glued to the ground didn't want to move forward or back. Their naive wishes that Archie would show up hurt her even more. 

Then! Something caught her eye off towards the gloomy trees that surrounded her school. A small, colorless speck against a sloppy background inquisitive her. She couldn't yank her feet off the ground. Her purple eyes tried to squint against the rain, trying to focus on what that object was. The silhouette seemed relatively short, but she couldn't be sure. What if... 

" Need any help...? " A cool voice asked, his voice fragile like glass. It interrupted her focus, and Paris veered her attention towards the taller and slim fox, Jake, who stood in front of her. He wore a white tuxedo and had his black tie neatly in the middle of his suit, unlike what Todd had before she fixed it. " You look upset. What's wrong...? " 

" Oh! I am quite alright. Trust me... " Paris responded, her eyes tearing up as she felt her legs unstick to the pavement. 

" Come on, you'll catch a cold if you don't get out of this weather. I'll accompany you inside. " Paris's feet didn't want to budge, but the magnetic pull Jake had taken her out of her spot. Her vision blurred as she didn't focus on the surroundings and only heard the loud noises of blaring music escalate off the school walls.

" Two tickets please, " his stern voice asked, pulling out his wallet and handing the two dollars over. He lightly grabbed Paris's hand and caressed it softly. 

He was only doing it to be nice since he saw you crying.

He was only doing it to be nice since he saw you crying.

Her eyes adjusted to the neon lights as she spotted Todd lightly running his nuzzle across Mavis' knuckles. His yellow and blue eyes glued to Mavy as she gave a warm-hearted giggle. Mavy noticed Paris glimpsing in their direction and gave a small wave, which Todd flashed a toothy grin. Paris's heart sunk as she felt a soft hand on her cheek, wiping away tiny tears that had fallen on her sensitive skin. 

" Mind if we... dance before you join your two friends? " His voice was soft and quiet, and Paris plastered a small smile as she didn't want to seem rude after he had just bought her ticket. Furthermore, she nodded her head softly, her pigtails bobbing up and down. 

He took her waist softly, placing his warm gray hand, and began to pull her towards him. Their torsos meet awkwardly as Paris lets out an embarrassed giggle. 

" Sorry, first time dancing with someone outside of my family. " Jake admitted, his feet began to guide Paris' as they lightly danced back and forth, the music taking control of them both as Paris's heart began to flutter. 

Who cares if he didn't show up, right? He didn't want to come anyway and spend any time with you. 

The more she thought about Archie, the more she had buried her head into Jake's shoulder, her left cheek squishing with how hard she was fighting back a storm of tears. The song circled them, entrapped them in a dance that she wished would just end. The soft beat tapped quietly as the instrumentals began to fade. Paris softly pushed away from Jake, who kissed her forehead gently.  

" Thanks for the dance. " 

Paris glanced over his narrowed shoulders and spotted a slender individual wearing high-top boots. His gaze pierced through her skin as an individual by the name of Maggie bounced towards him, her eyes beaming as she began to conversate with him. 

" I ... I got to go... Thanks... " Paris breathed, her heart-stopping each time she choked out a word. The words fell out jumbled as she shoved past Jake, dropping her purse. 

" Wait, Paris-! " Jake swiped her purse off the ground and watched the girl with pigtails leave, her dress flowing gently behind. Archie tried to grab Paris to explain his position, only to hear a faint

" don't " slipping off her tongue and slam open the gymnasium doors. 

She heard the voices of Todd and Mavis shout down the hallway, but she ignored them. Her feet thundered down the silent hallway as she turned around, seeing her two friends chasing after her while pleading. 

" Come back, dear! " 

" If you're leaving, at least allow me to drive you-! " 

She thrust open the doors leading outside to the morose rain, and her feet kept running and running. She felt trapped, restricted and she despised her heart for feeling so heavy of emotions. She saw 4 people follow behind her, but they were only silhouettes in her eyes. Instead of running down the pavement, her eyes wandered towards the dark woods. Her house was on the other side of the woods, and she tracked through them before with Todd. So, her body took a lunge towards the woods. Her purple eyes obscuring as rain shattered against the ground.  

" WAIT-! " Archie shouted, his voice bleeding through the rain as he watched the petite girl fade off into the woods. His boots were stained with mud as he felt Todd's fist strike hard in his back. Archie plummeted forward; furthermore, his hands squeezed into the muddy terrain. His pants soaked up the mud as he felt Todd's fingers squeeze his brown hair as he heard a demanding question shoot his way. 

" Where the fuck were you? " 

" My car broke down, so I hiked, " Archie hissed, his accent smearing his words as he felt the pressure on the back of his head let go. " I was going to address why I was late, but she left before the elephant in the room could be killed. I didn't have my phone on me to call, so it's my blunder. " 

A scream escaped from the woods, their uptight stances startled as Todd led the way, his voice pitching upwards as he shouted. " Paris and I have hiked these paths before, just. Follow me-" A log hung out in front of the path, and Todd stopped in front of it. He offered his hand to Mavis and helped lift her over, her dress snagging on a branch and ripping the side.

" Oh, dear... " She timidly whispered. Her hand grasped the seams, trying to tie a knot to keep it together. 

" Don't fret. I am convinced Paris will help you sow it back, " Archie landed right next to her. A nauseous plop of mud made contact with his boots, which caused the female fox to flinch. 

Jake had heaved one leg over the log and landed in the mud. His beautiful suit getting all dirty and muddy caused his mood to dry up as he scoffed. " Fuckin serious? Let's fuckin progress. We are wasting time. " 

The group began to make their way through the woods until they all stopped when they heard loud sobbing coming off the trail somewhere. Archie's eyes bounced around and shouted, " PARIS-! " taking off into the cryptic woods. His kinky boots crunching leaves with freshly fallen wet raindrops on them. 

Mavis noticed that Jake was carrying Paris' purse and lunged for it, grabbing at the purple phone that had zero notifications. She swiped the flashlight button on and noticed two small figures off in the distance. " Follow. " Her words allured the other two, and they began to feel the wind brush against them as the silhouettes in the distance began to grow more and more in size.   

The blonde-haired pigtail girl was on the ground, her breathing hiccuping as she couldn't believe what she was seeing. Archie stood behind her, placing his arms around her in a comforting manner, but to no avail. 

" What is-" The last remaining three to join them noticed an opened corpse. The mouth had been slit in a gruesome smile, reminding them of the Black Dahlia unsolved case. The leaves around the body were dark scarlet, The victim had two bloody stumps for hands, and the victim was missing attire. 

" GROSS, WHAT THE FUCK-! " Todd gagged out. The smell was repugnant. Todd grabbed his stomach and began to cough, turning his head away from the sight while Jake comforted Todd, only to get a toothy glare. He didn't know Jake all that much. Furthermore, he didn't like the calm demeanor the male had towards the sight of the corpse. 

" ... Summer ... " Mavis choked out, her words fell out melancholy as her feet began to move towards the body. The erring sight of her sister jerked tears that explored from her orbs as a shaky hand began to lift to her mouth. " Summer... " 

They all glanced at the raggedy corpse. The victim had been thrown away like a broken doll, and then they all glanced closer, the orange fur and the dull yellow eyes, the corpse they all had been gagging about was Summer. 

" I... I am so sorry this happened to you Mavy, " Paris whispered. Mud had attached itself to her legs as she gave Mavy a soft hug. Mavy buried her head into Paris's chest and softly whined a response that none of the boys could make out. Paris hadn't stopped sobbing as she closed her purple eyes, trying to ignore the dead corpse, but it had been burned into her memory. The cold, dull eyes and the slit mouth sent a chill down Paris's spine. 

Todd moved towards Mavy, giving her a big hug and cuddling the two of them close. Archie didn't move for a split second as his feet felt stuck. Jake had already moved towards Paris, hugging the french girl from behind and giving a small smirk as Archie scoffed, crossing his arms as the cold wind ruffled his air.

A dark laugh echoed through the forest, killing the small wholesome moment that they were all sharing. A load of a gun was heard somewhere off in the right; furthermore, it exploded through the air. The bullet rang through the air as a heavy heaving noise was heard, and the bullet lodged itself into a tree. 

" SCATTER-! " Archie shouted, his hand covering his side as Todd's hands wrapped itself around Mavy's, and they took off, their colors blurring together. Paris glanced at the Brit as he began to limp, ushering her to just run. A bullet whizzed by her ear, sounding like an annoying mosquito buzzing around her ear. 

Paris fled the scene, her eyes wide and out in front of her. She didn't look back as adrenaline rushed across her body. Her breathing hiccuped as a branch stuck wearily out of the ground. Her foot lodged in the hole, her weight causing her to plummet down a small foothill. 

A small river softly bubbled as her hands felt the freezing kiss the river gave her. She pushed herself upwards, and her neck snapped to the side as she heard a loud scream that sounded like one of her friends and an exploding bullet. She covered her mouth as her doormat tears began to emerge from their sleep and expose themselves. 

She heard the crunch of footsteps get louder and louder, and she scurried to her feet, not wanting to get killed by just sitting there. Two figures emerged into her sight and felt the warmness of Mavy's touch. 

" Thank heaven's we found you... " Mavy breathed as Todd jumped down and joined them. His eyes were glued to the woods, acting as a silent protector and making sure that they were to be safe.

" We need to get out of here... " Paris silently sobbed, her hands tingling as she wrapped herself around Mavy. The comforting feeling of Mavy's fur made her think of a soft stuffed animal. Furthermore, of a child that would cuddle with when they were upset. 

" Should we try going back to the entrance of the woods...? " Mavy glanced over at Todd, who shook his head. His fur stained with mud, and his suit diminished. 

" The faster we can get out of these woods, the better. " 

" We haven't been this way before, have we...? " Paris whispered. Everything looked so much more bleak than usual, and her purple eyes couldn't comprehend the foreign sights and sounds. 

" We'll just keep moving straight... " 

" What about Jake and Arch...? " Paris quietly stammered, her breathing picked up again as she clutched Mavis tightly. She couldn't help herself but cry. She seemed to jump in her skin when Todd adjusted himself to a foreign noise that sounded frighteningly near. Todd grabbed them and broke up the small reunion; however, this didn't kill Paris's question. 

" What about... " 

" We saw Jake dead, " Mavy susurrated as Todd ran his hand through her hair. He unstuck her sweaty bangs from her forehead, and she closed her green eyes softly, fighting back the tears. Paris's heart sunk for her best female friend as she felt the softness of Mavis's muzzle in her dirty dress. " I am not certain about Archie. However, it's safe to assume that he is, well... " 

" We have to move, " the red fox murmured. His ears were perked up as the rustling in the leaves picked up; the foreign being was getting closer and closer to where the three were conversating. 

" This way... " Todd grabbed Mavis's old hand and rubbed it up and down, trying to maintain her body heat and make sure that her fingers don't turn purple. Paris delicately wrapped her hand around Mavis's ring finger, as a child would do. 

The river quietly whispered sweet nothings to them as their damp shoes made contact with the water. Paris shivered quietly as Mavis took off the jacket that Todd had given her. Mavis quietly glanced at the shoulders of Paris and smiled softly. 

" Here, " she stopped softly in the middle of the path, Todd going ahead to make sure it was clear. The wind brustled against the lifeless branches as Mavis placed the jacket around Paris's shoulders. 

" Thanks... " 

" No problem dear, " Mavis quietly chirped, her eyes glimmering a bit for the first time in the last hour. They all stopped when Todd let out an agonizing scream, his tail scrunching up as the two glanced in horror about what had clamped itself onto his leg, a beartrap. 

A dark laugh echoed somewhere off in the distance as Mavis let out a terrifying scream, burying her head into Todd's shirt and crying profusely. 

" I am NOT leaving you... " She stated, she didn't move from her spot as Todd reached down, trying to unclamp the bear trap that had lodged itself into his leg.

" Mavy. There's no need to get stubborn, " he chuckled, tears starting to fall down his red cheeks as Paris watched silently. Todd kissed Mavis's knuckles softly, rubbing his muzzle up to her arm and giving a compassionate smile. " Remember that one time in 5th grade, where I scared you when Tart and Victoria told you I got lost in the woods...? " 

" Yeah, that was pretty mean... " Mavis pouted. She crossed her arms as she scratched her elbow, something Mavis typically did when she was extremely anxious. Todd noticed that behavior and his eyes lit up. 

" And then I emerged behind you and scared the crap out of you, remember !?!?!? " Todd began to snort as a smile began to paint itself lightly; her smile put Paris at ease as Mavis nuzzled Todd's face softly. 

" This time, I will be prepared for you. " 

" I hope. Wouldn't want you to piss yourself this time! " Todd chuckled as he tried to work on the beartrap, but it wouldn't budge. Even though he didn't outright scream in pain, his eyes held the whole story. 

" Paris, take care of her when I am not there... okay? " Todd exchanged a small glance as Paris bobbed her head up and down. They both knew that he wasn't going to make it; essentially since the footsteps began to grow louder and louder. 

Mavis finally choked out something small as she stood quietly. " Can you just kiss me? One last time? That's all I ask before we separate... " 

Todd lightly reached over and grabbed her, but Mavis quickly pressed her muzzle to Todd's lips. She locked them tightly as she could as if they were the last two people on Earth. Mavis didn't want the feeling to end as Mavis imagined small fireflies dance over them and guide her path to a warm one. She softly lingered the kiss, her eyes unable to open for a couple of seconds before it abruptly ended when Todd pushed her away and shouted for them to run. 

Bullets soared over the two as they crossed the skinny river and climbed towards the other end. Since Mavis was shorter than Paris, Paris boosted her friend upwards. Her purple eyes turning back as she spotted a taller and narrow figure slice at the male's neck, the hands of the male trying to catch the scarlet falling blood. 

Paris squeaked, which resulted in the attention being dragged to her, and she scrambled up, holding onto Mavis's helping hand, and the two raced away, their eyes bleeding out tears as their dresses torn and shredded. A small mud trail splattered on the leaves, and finally, they spotted light at the end of the iniquitous woods. 

" Well, what a shame. " 

The two stop abruptly, Paris putting herself in front of Mavis, ready to take the bullet for her dear friend. Red eyes glared out of the darkness at them, a sadistic smile engaging on his pale face as his brown jacket was stained with blood. 

" You almost made it; too bad you're just mice in a cat's game. " The dark voice was thick and deep. His red eyes pierced through them like an uncontrollable fire. 

" S...Sergei...? " Mavis asked, her voice cracking as the male took a step forward. The two of them felt like deers in headlights. His gaze made them freeze as he held out his gun. 

" Hello, happy ending. " Sergei gave a dark smile as the Russian continued. " I couldn't comprehend how you turned down my request to dance since you were hanging out with ... Mr. Scott- " his typical deadpanned voice pitched up in mocking, his eyes gleaming at the fright of the two girls. 

" You took away my joy when I heard you and Summer talking about how much of a creep I was. I couldn't help myself baby doll. "

" You did all this...? " Paris perked up, only for the Russian male to glare deeply at her. 

" Did I SAY you could talk, " his cold voice glowering towards Paris. The icy words cut her deeply as she shivered in her skin. " You don't get to talk. Just listen before I take your life. " 

" Please... don't take her life... " Mavis cried out, grabbing onto Paris's exposed skin. " She means so much to me and ... " 

" Well, my dear~ " Sergei smirked. " Clearly, she is an obstacle that I need to smooth over. " Sergei lifted up the gun he held. Mavis's fear escalated as Paris began to lightly cry, her pigtails sticking to her cheeks as Mavis tried to comfort her. 

" Mavis, you've been such a good friend to me, " Paris started. Her purple eyes were blurry and wet. 

" Don't leave me, Paris. " 

" I will always be here. " 

At that point, Mavis couldn't choke out a response as she watched Sergei aim the gun, his red eyes in a glare as his finger bounced upwards towards the trigger. Mavis closed her eyes, her pearly whites clenched together but only hearing a small click. 

" Fuck, " Sergei breathed and placed the gun into his belt hold. " Oh well, I always enjoyed strangling someone with my whip better anyways-! " a golden whip exposed itself to the two girls, and he whipped it around her neck. Throwing her down to her knees as she began to choke with each harder pull. 

Mavis tried closing her ears, but she could still hear her best friend's gagging sound through her hands, and then she felt something cold press itself against her neck. Her green eyes closed as her sobs escaped her mouth. 

" Let her go. " 

There wasn't a response. The Russian male seemed like he was in shock that the Britishman had survived the bullet wound and stalked his way up here. His spectacle had shattered, and a dark gash trickled down his face.  

" Or, I'll take away your happy ending. " The British man had phrased 'happy ending' just like Sergei had. His voice was deadpanned and monotone, holding no sense of emotion. 

" ... " 

" Let go. " The male was determined, and he tightened his grip on Mavis, showing the blade pressed up to her sensitive neck. Mavis couldn't contain her sobs as her eyes tightly scrunched against her cheeks. 

Noticing the reaction that Mavis had given, Sergei stopped pulling, relaxing his control on his whip and giving a dark smirk. " Let's make a deal. "

" I am listening. " 

" You sacrifice yourself, and Mavy and Paris won't be harmed. " When the Britishman heard that sentence, he opened his mouth only to hear Mavis sob, 

" Kill me, Archie, don't do it... " Her voice broke as she tried to move towards the blade, but Archie yanked it out of her reach. 

" Ok. Sergei. You win. " 

The sadistic smile returned to the Russian as the whip was loosened from Paris' neck. Rope burns marked where the rope had burned her, and she placed her hands to her neck. Mavis grabbed the French girl and brought her into a hug, burying her face into Paris. 

" Paris.. " 

Sergei kneeled down towards Paris, which began to cause the storm of tears to commence. 

" You didn't... " 

" I did. " 

" You could've walked away from all this, Archie... " Paris breathed, her voice hiccuping as Archie placed a hand on her face, softly kissing her forehead as he felt the golden whip tighten around his neck. 

" You guys go onward. I will catch up. This moment you know that I didn't just abandon you, and you know where I am. " After many long moments of silence, the British male gave a small smile. " I promise. " 

" Cafeteria. Don't be late, " Mavis whispered softly. Her green eyes were closed as the leaves began to broadcast the sound of someone being dragged.  

" Sounds good with me. " Archie's words began to croak as he tried to pick at the tight rope sustained around his neck. He glimpsed over at Paris, who shouted. 

" I'll save you a dance Mon Chéri. " 

" Good, I couldn't stop thinking about dancing the whole night away. If only you have given me a chance to explain. " 

" I know I should've... " Paris sounded defeated as Sergei yawned, ending the small moment each of them shared. 

" Archie- " Paris choked out, her tears swelling upwards as she shouted. " About when I called you. I truly meant that I loved you. " 

There was a moment of silence as the two turned away, the choking sounds arising as the male's insane red eyes flashed with amusement. 

" And I have deep regards for you too, Paris. " 

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