applebapple commented on blueridgemod's post in blueridgeschool:

Apple had, as promised, showed up at Marney's door a little before the dance. He had wanted to make a good impression but being punctual was never a strong suit for the boy. At least he made an effort to wear a fancy vest regardless of how ridiculous he really looked. Still, he was grinning from ear to ear even as he flummoxed his way through the parade with Hunter at his side.

After the parade, he searched Marney out right away and held his hand out to her. "Would the lovely lady grace me with a turn about the dance floor?" he asked, waggling his eyebrows comically.