Grinning as the mask settled over his face, he turned, left his room and entered the stage. The white covering everything but half his jaw stood out against his dark skin.

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"I can not believe the Phantom Dancer is coming to the first anniversary of the war's end!" Fives gushed.

"Shame none of us managed to contact Rex in time," Echo pointed out, "I think he'd like this."

"It's hardly his fault he wanted space!"

"I thought you'd be more caught up over everything else."

"I'm still processing, Echo!"

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"Hey! That's pretty good!" The Phantom Dancer laughed as he came onto the stage.

"Wha-! No one asked you!!!" Ahsoka stated back.

I've got myself just a little bit of love
That I wanna spend on you
But baby, I'll never get that chance
To dance that romance with you

The Phantom Dancer slowly moved forwards, slicking as he circled her.

Oh, No, cause
You're always hittin'

Ahsoka threw a mock punch, watching as the Phantom Dancer pretended to stumble backwards.

And kickin'

The Phantom Dancer let the small amount of pressure from the kick knock him back. He kept the momentum of the fall going, rolling back to his feet.

And putting me down.
I hope you don't mean what you say

The Phantom Dancer moved to stand next to Ahsoka as they both faced the crowd.

But I keep seeing you stickin' around

They moved in sync as they slowly moved forward, arms swinging out over their chests.

Like you/I can't get enough

Now both were dancing almost hand in hand as Ahsoka twirled underneath the Phantom Dancer's hand.

So I stay, and I wonder

They both went stationary.

How my hand would feel

Like mirror images, they lifted a single hand towards each other.

Intertwined with yours

Their fingers gently wrapped around each other.

As of now though

Their whole body language change, like prey waiting to run.

Ahsoka bit back, pulling her hand back. "What are you doing?"

Nothing but closed doors

The Phantom Dancer moved his hand away to mimic the locking of a door.

My girl's a Dere
A Tsun-Tsundere
Just saying hi gets me a punch in the face

The Phantom Dancer had to bite his lip to stop the hiss from escaping as Ahsoka's hit landed true.

And if I should compliment her, she starts to chase

The Phantom Dancer slowly came down into a bow, continuing the movement into a roll as Ahsoka jumped over the top of him.

Ahsoka almost puffed up. "Hey! That was a direct attack!"

Oh, no! The wild cat found my hiding place!

Ahsoka moved to where she was almost pinning the Phantom Dancer.

"Stupid Octopus! Take it back!" Ahsoka stated.

"So, uh, how am I an octopus?" The Phantom Dancer laughed.

"How am I a cat!?" Ahsoka asked.

"Well-uh. Cats are cute!" The Phantom Dancer defended.

"Go away!"

Can we get along? You're so headstrong

The Phantom Dancer slowly moved forwards on Ahsoka.

There's no way, go away, now so long!

Ahsoka flung her hand out, twisting on the spot.

Just talk to me, and you will see

The Phantom Dancer moved forwards, pulling Ahsoka towards himself with both hands.

That's not fair, using flair, you dummy

Ahsoka pushed off from the Phantom Dancer's chest.

I've got myself just a little bit of love
That I wanna spend on NOT you
Cuz baby, I'm afraid you'll say
That it's not okay with you

Now Ahsoka was leading the dance. Together they moved in small circles, the Phantom Dancer being pushed away.

Oh, Oh, cuz
You're always laughin',

The Phantom Dancer pulled Ahsoka close to himself before throwing her up into the air.

And jokin';

The Phantom Dancer twisted, rolling slightly before straightening out and catching Ahsoka as she fell back down.

You look like a clown

The Phantom Dancer, even while still holding Ahsoka, moved into another roll, leaving Ahsoka mid-roll, so she stayed on the ground, only going to stand as he went to stand.

But I hope you mean what you say

The Phantom Dancer butted in. "I do."

And I wonder what you would think

Ahsoka curled up into herself as the Phantom Dancer moved to stand behind her.

If I let my pride down, let it sink

The Phantom Dancer's hands wrapped around Ahsoka's arms as both sunk to their knees.

Could we hold hands

The Phantom Dancer's hands slid down until both were holding hands off each other.

Kiss?

Both rose together, twisting hands until they were facing each other.

Live our lives in gentle bliss?

The Phantom Dancer slowly rocked the two back and forth.

"We could," the Phantom Dancer answered.

"Ah! I'm not talking about you!"

You're not my Prince in this

Ahsoka pushed the man away, quickly making distance between them.

I'm not a Dere
A Tsun-Tsundere
I have a jello heart; I'm not that mean!

Ahsoka almost looked like she was starting to panic towards her actions as the Phantom Dancer strode towards her again.

I'm not blushing; I was just rushing and forgot the sunscreen!

The Phantom Dancer laughed "your smile is really cute, though."

You'll never see it from underneath my pigtails!

Ahsoka quickly turned herself so that her back was facing away.

The Phantom Dancer sighed, "alright. I just wanted to let you know." The Phantom Dancer slowly turned and started to walk away.

"Uh-um, hey..." Ahsoka stuttered.

"Are you okay?" The Phantom Dancer asked, turning back to face her.

"Yeah, well, hehe."

Hey, hey, are you free-free today?

Ahsoka made a move to reach out towards him before pulling back, the Phantom Dancer making a move as if this movement dragged him towards Ahsoka.

Oh ho ho. Why do you want to know?

The Phantom Dancer almost stalked towards Ahsoka.

It's not like I like you, okay!

Ahsoka twisted out of his grasp.

Alright, cool, where do you want to go?

The Phantom Dancer stood behind Ahsoka, his hands loosely around her waist.

We could rent a boat and sail

The Phantom Dancer slowly moved them side by side, rocking them as he twirled Ahsoka under his hand, almost like a boat would move on a calm sea.

Find a bunny and
Feed it some juicy kale

The Phantom Dancer moved until he was in front of Ahsoka, twisting and rolling on his side and crouching in front of Ashoka before sticking his hand out as he stood.

Ahsoka pulled a face at that. "No, that sounds really stupid."

Okay, well, how about a;

The Phantom Dancer rolled his shoulders before pulling Ahsoka close.

Classy dinner by candlelight

The Phantom Dancer slowly pulled them into a walz before twirling Ahsoka under his hand again.

Or scary stories til midnight
So then I could hold you tight

The Phantom Dancer pulled Ahsoka so that her back was flush against his chest.

"And get Cheeto crumbs on me?! No Way!"

Ba da ba da ba

The Phantom Dancer grunted as Ahsoka pushed him away with more force than was strictly necessary.

Oh-kay, I think you're a little dense

Ahsoka started dancing again, her hands miming out each movement as if she was controlling the Phantom Dancer.

I really don't like all of this talk
You have in the present tense

Ahsoka clutched at the Phantom Dancer's shoulder.

Baba da ba da

The two danced and twirled around each other again.

So listen here, buddy
It's all just a big fantasy

The two split from each other, facing forward as they stood side by side, correctly copying each other's movement.

You see inside of your head! No!

Ahsoka tapped the Phantom Dancer on the head.

So just say goodbye!

The Phantom Dancer sighed. "Eh-whatever."

Baba da ba da!

The two stood away from each other.

I'm not a Dere
A Tsun-Tsundere.

Ahsoka clutched at her heart, bringing her left hand out before her.

My girl's a Dere
A Tsun-Tsundere

The Phantom Dancer's right hand moved outwards, whereas his left hand moved to tap the centre of his chest.

Hey! I can kick your butt even in this dress!

Ahsoka moved to face the Phantom Dancer, smirking as they both mimicked battle positions.

UH! I digress! So let's just go to the park, I guess

The Phantom moved to where he stood before Ahsoka.

Ahsoka scoffed. "Pft. You wouldn't even know what to bring."

Oh, come on, will you please just say yes!

The Phantom Dancer moved so that he had pulled her close to himself again.

"Geez, Fine. Baka Tako. It's not like I'll enjoy it or anything."

The two dancers bowed, the audience cheering. Both had a grin on their face, the Phantom Dancer with a cheeky grin, whereas Ahsoka smiled brightly.

The Phantom Dancer looked over at Ahsoka, sharing a hidden grin before, with another bow; he removed the mask, showing his face to the others. He watched as everyone went still in shock, their hands frozen mid-clap.

Fives felt his mouth drop open wide.

"REX?!"

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