Can I have this dance?

You looked beautiful that night,

 Like the sun peeking out of a storm .

Even in the dark light,

 I could see your elegant form.

For one minute, I got lost in a reverie.

 I daydreamed of a possible future with you.

I looked up to see you glance away cutely,

 And I felt my heart melt to fondue.

In a streak of impossible courage, I made my way to your side.

 Your friends noticed and gently nudged you toward me.

When I reached you, your friends teasingly sighed.

 I stretched out my hand, a silent plea.

My hand shook as I took this risky chance.

 You glanced at me for a moment.

I cleared my throat and asked, “Can I have this dance?”

 You nodded, ending my internal torment.