(No, we can skip to then.)
Romeo glanced at himself in the mirror, making sure that he was unrecognizable before heading out the door.
Modern Day Romeo and Juliet (Stalkers welcome)
Juliet's hair made her recognizable anywhere she went, so she didn't see much of a point in the mask she was wearing(https://www.pinterest.com/pin/458170962085424366/), but Anthony had insisted that it was perfect for her. After checking over her outfit in the mirror for anything out of place, she was satisfied.
((https://www.pinterest.com/pin/805088870865315861/ Her dress!))
Romeo put his mask on (https://gloimg.samcdn.com/S/pdm-provider-img/straight-product-img/20180113/T016833/T0168330252/source-img/150536-8405.jpg) and straightened his shirt. He didn't see the point of the fancy clothes, but whatever. (https://i.pinimg.com/474x/98/05/11/9805111616143f59f63aaa01ba1f529d–men-casual-casual-man-outfit.jpg)
Anthony practically drug her out to his bike, ten times more excited than she was. It was a bit of a struggle to twist up her dress enough for the ride, but Juliet managed it, and it didn't take them long to get to the school, the bike roaring into the parking lot.
"Which one is she?" Romeo asked Jason.
Juliet stepped off the bike, removing her helmet and quickly putting her mask back on as she laughed at a joke Anthony had told her. She reached over, patting the pockets of his suit jacket until she found a comb, using it to fix her hair.
"Right there," Jason said.
"Yeah, I saw her," Romeo said with an eye roll.
He looked at the girl while debating how he should go talk to her. He wasn't usually this shy, but… well… this was different.
"You got your sights on dancing with anyone in particular?" Anthony asked her with a grin, bumping her shoulder with his as he scanned the students in the room.
Juliet's mind went to Romeo, but she shoved that away just as quick as it had showed up. "Not really. I might just stick to the refreshment tables and eat. Isn't that what you're supposed to do at parties?" She asked jokingly, clasping her hands behind her back.
Romeo watched as Juliet went over to the refreshment table and hurried over too. He started piling a plate with snacks. He wanted an excuse to watch her while he could. Then he sighed. He should just get this over with. He walked over to her. "Want to dance?"
Juliet looked up from the cracker piled with shrimp she was in the process of shoving in her mouth, at a boy who looked oddly familiar. Holding up a finger for him to wait, she chewed quickly and swallowed. "Shit, sorry. Caught me at a horrible time. I'd love to dance though." She chuckled at herself, nodding.
Romeo snickered. "You're all right. I understand." He quickly shoved some food into his mouth and chewed. He swallowed too quickly and choked. He laughed once he recovered and held up his thumbs. "I'm brilliant at eating without choking. It's like one of my best talents."
Juliet laughed, tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear. She wished she could place his voice, but the loud music and her memory made that pretty hard. "Indeed you are." She teased light heartedly. "What are some other talents of yours?"
He chuckled. "Well, I'm good at walking without falling over and acting casual around cute girls."
Her cheeks darkened a bit, visible just below where her mask ended. "Are you at least good at dancing?" She asked, a flirty undertone to her voice as she raised an eyebrow.
Romeo smirked, pleased at the reaction he had gotten from her. "Well, why don't you come find out?"
Juliet had to look away at that, but she nodded. Who is he? I'm fairly certain I don't know anyone who looks and talks like him. "Lead the way then, Casanova."
He snorted. "Nice nickname."
He lead her to the dance floor. A slow song was playing. (Yeah, I know, very cliche, I'm sorry lol) He put his hand around her waist and gripped her hand with his other hand and started to sway slowly.
Romeo couldn't believe he was doing this.
Juliet was absolutely definitely screaming in her mind, and her face was pretty red by now. She stepped a bit closer to him, closing the awkward distance. "I-I'm pretty sure this is just swaying. Think you can follow my lead?"
He shrugged. "Sure."
He was sure his face was red now too, but he was enjoying himself a lot. "So, what do you do for fun?"
She was quiet, thinking, as she started off with easier steps for him to learn and get the hang of. "Art. Writing music. Nothing too special, I guess, and I'm not too good at it. You?"
Romeo shrugged. "Well, I like running. And listening to music. And I draw, too, but I'm horrible at it." Then he grinned. "Have a guy in your life?"
"Uh-no, not really." Juliet shook her head, but didn't break eye contact. "All my romantic pursuits have ended in heartbreak, regardless of gender. Though I think that might be my fault."
Romeo looked at her closely. "Anyone you like?"
Juliet choked, her steps faltering as her face turned a bright red. "I…u-uh, yeah. Yeah, t-there is."
He smiled. "You don't have to tell me, I was just wondering."
She was quiet for a bit, long enough that it seemed she wouldn't answer, and then she spoke again. "I do like someone, but…it's unrequited, and that's all it'll ever be. Our families…"
Romeo's heart lept. Did she mean him? But then again… well, it sounded too good to be true. "Well," he said, choosing his words carefully, "I think I know who you are talking about, and if I'm right about it, he likes you too."
Juliet snorted at that, shaking her head. "There's no way in hell. 'Montague's and Capulets don't mix, they're like water and oil.'" She mockingly quoted her grandfather. She loved the man, but she wasn't even quite sure why the feud had started in the first place.
Romeo almost took off his mask right then and there. He wanted so badly for her to know… but no. He was too shy. "I know for sure that he likes you."
Juliet narrowed her eyes curiously. "How could you possibly…are you close with him?" He likes me. He doesn't despise me.