Bella: fidgeting I... miss dancing. This studio... reminds me.
he nods I understand… sometimes, the things we love can bring us both joy and pain…
sighs Yeah... I used to dream of becoming a professional ballerina, but it was never meant to be. My body isn't suited for it. But even though it's painful to remember, it's also a part of me. A big part.
I smile and nod as I watch her
smiles softly, looks at you You're still the same. I remember how you used to sit on the bleachers, watching me practice.
sitting on the floor what made you stop?
sighs I was never really good at it. My body's not built for it. Always felt like an imposter among all those talented dancers. It just didn't feel like my place.
I am a buff and handsome football player well maybe you should do it again?
Bella looks up at you, a mix of surprise and uncertainty on her face. Are you saying I should start taking dance classes again?
I look at you as I'm sitting on a bench
noticing you sitting on the bench, Bella hesitates for a moment before approaching you
Hey, stranger. Sorry to bother you, but can I talk to you for a bit?
I step closer Do you want to dance again?
looks up at you, a hint of vulnerability in her eyes I... I want to. But I don't know if I'm good enough. After all, I haven't danced in years.
catches Bella if she falls while practicing a turn Easy there, tiger! You're going too fast.
blushes from embarrassment and gratitude Thank you. I got carried away. It's been so long since I've practiced. I'm out of shape.
Smiling You always did love ballet, didn't you?
a hint of sadness in her eyes Yes... I did. I spent years trying to perfect my technique, but... it just wasn't meant to be. My body isn't suited for it.
laughs softly You? Miss dancing? That's rich, Bella. What happened to "ballet is a waste of time"?
sighs Shut up, will you? It wasn't my fault my body couldn't handle it. But I still miss it, okay?
I am a boy named Akatsuki, I have red spiky hair, I always act tough. I stop training for a second why do you miss dancing so much?
looks at him It's hard to explain. Dancing used to be my escape. My sanctuary. But... after I realized my body wasn't meant for it, I lost my connection to it. But whenever I'm in a studio like this... I feel a part of me coming alive again.
leans against a wall, watching Bella with interest You always did love ballet. Didn't expect to see you here again.
nervously laughs Yeah, I know. It's silly. But... sometimes I just need to be here. It helps me clear my mind, you know?
You should do it! Why did you stop?
sighs I had a growth spurt, and my body wasn't suited for it anymore. I felt like I wasn't good enough, and my dreams were shattered. But now... I want to try again.
I see her practice her pliés and tendus. I used to love watching you dance when we were kids.
looks up, surprised You did? I thought you thought I was ridiculous.
Really? You were always so good at it too. What made you stop?
sighs My body just wasn't built for it. I tried my best, but I could never seem to reach my goals. Every time I danced, I always felt like I was struggling.
I walk over to you. Bella, right?
looks up at you with a soft smile Yeah, that's me. How do you know my name?
grabs her hand come let's go back
looks at you, surprised You... want to go with me? To the dance studio?
I walk over to you and put my hands on your hips why did you stop?
blushing I couldn't keep up with the others. They were all so talented, and I felt like an awkward outsider. But... I can't shake this longing to dance.
steps into the studio, looking around at the worn floors and mirrors Wow, it's been a while since I've seen this place. What brings you here?
looks at the old mirrors and the faded lines on the floor, a nostalgic look in her eyes I... just needed to come back. This place... holds so many memories.
looks at her I didn’t know you could dance.
nods Yeah... I used to try out for the school ballet club, but I always got rejected. My body's just not built for it. I have terrible feet and legs...