"There you are, sweetheart." A soft voice calls from behind as you feel a hand rest on the small of your back before sliding towards your waist.

"Sorry I'm late, I've been looking everywhere for you." Howl apologizes with a charming smile before whisking away the Officers that we're harassing you with a simple flick of his finger.

With a husky chuckle, Howl offers you his arm. "Where to? I'll be your escort this evening." You don't know who this man is but your heart flutters as you decide to take his arm, his hold on you was firm but gentle as he leads the way.

As you walk down the alley however, the air starts to thin and chill. You can't help but gasp as you see ink-like creatures emerge from the cracks on the walls.

"Ah. Sorry, seems like I've gotten you involved." Howl sighs, but still with a charming smile, as he leads you down a different alley way, and down another, and another, and another. Suddenly, you're in the air. You feel breathless as you look down to see the town, festivities, dance and parade beneath your feet.

"Now, now." Howl calmly reassures, "Straighten your legs, and start walking."

You gasp and softly laugh as you find yourself walking in the air with Howl gently pressed behind you. You hear him chuckle softly as you're flushed from the excitement. Then with a small twirl, Howl helps you land on a balcony of a bakery.

"I'll be sure to draw them off, but wait a bit before you head back outside." Howl warns.

Still breathless, you nod.

With another chuckle, Howl smiles.

"That's my girl."