Chapter 13: Tension in Between Us

Chapter 13: Tension in Between Us

“Practice before dinner.” Gabriella told me. “Or your stomach will be upset if you start to practice right after dinner.”

“I’ll get the area ready right now then,” I cleared the table swiftly, eager to dive into the dance steps. Gabriella led the way to the living room, our makeshift dance studio for the evening.

"Where should we start?" I inquired, trying to mask my excitement and nerves.

"Let's begin with the basics," she said, adopting a patient tone. "It's about feeling the rhythm and letting your movements flow with it."

Trying to emulate her steps, I ventured, "Like this?"

Her correction was gentle. "Not quite. It's about the fluidity, the smooth transition between steps. Watch my feet closely."

I absorbed her movements, gradually grasping the nuances. "Ah, I think I'm getting there. This step here, then there..."

Gabriella's encouraging words buoyed my spirits. "That's it! You're catching on faster than I thought."

The exhilaration of progress