[ If they were anywhere else, she'd be threading her fingers through his hair by now, but they aren't. Once he's back and in front of her, an arm around her waist, she gives his other hand a squeeze as she tilts her head, a soft smile on her lips— just a little bit, acknowledging him being back and all. She would thank him out loud, but she doesn't want to bring any more attention to him than she already has. Hopefully he's in a good mood still and he'd still want to continue being here. If he wants to dip early, Weiss wouldn't be surprised, but disappointed that she couldn't make things right for something like this.

The instructor is quick to move on, though, not entirely keen on watching the young couple stare at each other all lovey-dovey. Clapping his hands to get everyone's attention once again, he announces that he'll start playing the music soon. They can stick to the basics, but if they want to move around some more, then they're more than free to. Just keep in mind that there are other people around you! Swing is a type of dance that requires more space from the dancers, after all. ]

Ready?

You like doing that.

[ Brushing her bangs to the side and all. It's calming, and it makes her feel really warm inside. Such a small gesture makes her feel really cared for, and she loves it.

They're given a ten minute break before they start learning the next dance. Some brought their own water bottles and snacks, something that Weiss honestly didn't think about! And when she looks back now, there's a lot she didn't consider before coming in here. But... it's all still very enjoyable.

One of the ladies shares her sugar cookies with Weiss and Cloud, but comments that she doesn't have any drinks for them. She does, however, point them to the nearest vending machine if they want soda or juice or water. Weiss perks up, taking the small bag of cookies and bowing her head slightly. She's thirsty, and she could use a drink! So, she doesn't even ask her partner if he wants to get a drink. He's coming with her unless he wants to be alone with a bunch of seniors who're going to tease him for looking so dapper and all that stuff. ]

Buy me a drink?

[ He's really making a show of this, huh? Weiss can't help but laugh at that, playing along with him in the end. She honestly just wants a bottle of water, but... ]

I want a drink that'll knock me off my feet.

[ There's just something about being extra about it all that sounds even more fun than just saying "water, please". ]

What a gentleman.

[ This is all too funny. They're dressed a little too well for where they are. What are they doing? They're in front of a vending machine with a bottle of water in hand. And as embarrassing as their afternoon began, everything just fell into place and things felt natural. At the end of it all, Weiss still got what she wanted. Cloud still danced with her... in a suit! Every single day, he just makes her dreams come true. She can truly say that she is alive. ]

Are you enjoying it here?

[ The question is phrased differently. It feels a little distant, a little formal, but Weiss' intentions are to know if he's having a good time just as much as she is. They've exchanged awkward looks multiple times and he's braved through whatever embarrassing thing he's had to do so far. She just... wants to know that he's okay, and be doesn't feel like he's being forced to do anything. ]

We kind of had an awkward start this afternoon, but...

[ She pauses as she sits down on a nearby bench, finally opening her bottle of water for a quick sip. The small bag of cookies gets opened, but she doesn't take a piece out yet. ]

I think this is the best birthday I've ever had.

[ Her legs swing back and forth when she smiles, thinking about how this day started and all. It was warm and light, and that feeling's never stopped. She could have done everything she's done today with another person, and she would have enjoyed all the same, but... she imagines that light feeling wouldn't be there. Because Cloud is with her today— that's what makes today amazing.

She hopes to be able to celebrate more birthdays with him. ]

I can't believe I hid the secret from you for so long!

[ The surprise party and all! Weiss isn't a blabbermouth or anything, but she doesn't have the tightest of lips, either. For things that she gets excited about, Cloud knows that she tends to gush! But she really tried her best on keeping her lips sealed for this one, because the more important thing was to surprise him! During the party itself, though, Weiss didn't stick close to Cloud all that much. Not because she didn't want to, but... she had to share him with the rest of the guests, didn't she? They were his friends, people he loved and cared for, and to be honest? It was nice getting to see him socialise with others. He didn't look out of place, he didn't look like he was forcing conversation with anyone. He was so relaxed and happy, and being witness to that was what Weiss wanted to see. ​]

I'm glad I got to be a part of it.

[ There's a twinkle in Weiss' eyes at that promise, her whole being committing every word to memory. Cloud said it, so... it'll happen, for sure. There's no doubt about it. ]

Would you like to split this cookie before we go to our last dance for the day?

[ It's not a very big cookie, but Weiss offers what she has, anyway. She's not particularly hungry, but the little bit of sugar before going back doesn't sound like such a bad idea! And she'd like to tell the lady who gave her these cookies what she thinks of it, too. ]

[ It's just a small piece of cookie, but Weiss is taking her time with it. Not too sweet, and the butter and sugar blend together perfectly. She'd get another piece, but Cloud seems keen on returning already. Their time might be almost up, anyway! She would dislike being late even more. ]

Yes.

[ She almost takes his hand before realising she should dust off the crumbs first, so she does that! Then she pushes herself up on her feet as she takes his hand. There's not much to say anymore after that, but she does slide closer to him, leaning on him some as they walk back to the room. It's only once they're by the entrance that Weiss lets go, conscious this time of the affection she's showing him in public. People will talk, but she's feeling a lot more contained right now since she feels embarrassed about being surrounded by a bunch of seniors, too.

Besides, she can make up for all the times she missed kissing him while they were dancing once they're back in their room.

Back to formation, though what they intend to do next is more... intimate. It is the tango, after all. ]

Winter is good at this one.

What?

[ ??? What's so funny? She doesn't get it. ]

We all had to learn this when we were younger. I don't think she liked it very much, though.

[ People liked to dance with her because she was still the heiress to the Schnee Dust Company then. When she began to stray away from Jacques' grip, the number of events she'd attend where she would socialise with a lot of people became much smaller. Winter focused on combat growing up, aiming to become a Huntress. It's partly why Weiss wanted to be one, too. She loved, and still loves, most of the things that she learned growing up, though. Sure, she had to to impress a crowd, but these were activities she improved on because she wanted to, too. ]

She is. The people who would dance with her would be so scared after the whole thing.

[ Barbed words may have been said while dancing. Weiss wouldn't really know! It's all based on observation. ]

It doesn't mean that she can't dance, though. [ Oh! The music's starting. Right, right. Weiss shakes their joined hands, almost vibrating with excitement. Her mood's not shot and all. She's just confused! ] You're serious too, but you wiggle your cute butt as if you've been doing it for a long time now.

[ ALL SAID WITH A STRAIGHT FACE... until she cracks and laughs. Right, they should just get to dancing! Tango has a lot of sharp movements, which is actually different from what Weiss is used to. Still, it's fun and exciting, and she'd be more than happy to continue talking about Cloud's cute butt as they dance. ]