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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 21, 2019 4:51:29 GMT
Tamamo hummed happily as she stocked her selves, checking to make sure everything was up to date and safe...for the most part. Hey, she couldn't control all the dangerous items that came into her possession to be sold. She just warned the costumers, that's all. It's their own fault if they don't heed her warnings. Her tail swished behind as she walked through the aisles, daintily dusting in it's reach.
She would have to groom it later, but she had planned to anyways, so it didn't make much of a difference in her plans. Maybe she'll have a spa day, to treat herself for the new school year starting! A wonderful plan, so long as nothing derailed it.
Finishing her stock-list, Tamamo went to the front desk, turning to take in her store. Sun filtered through the front windows of the store, causing several items on the shelves to glint in the sunlight, making the fox-eared woman smile. A clean store with clean products is always something to be proud of, and Tamamo took great pride in her store. It was something her little worker, Valerie took pride in as well, but sadly, she would be spending less hours at the store to focus on her studies.
Well, so long as it kept the young woman busy. Oh, well. Perhaps another student would come looking for work, which would definitely help Tamamo's only worker during her hours. Plus, it gave Tamamo another kid to tease, the woman giggled at the thought.
Settling down in the stool behind the desk, Tamamo pulled out the book where she wrote down the store's fiances and began to go over it. Might as well get more work done and make sure all the money's going where it's supposed to while waiting for costumers.
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Post by subukunojess on Sept 21, 2019 15:05:23 GMT
Outside the shop, a three foot tall creature was pacing back and forth nervously, his shoes tapping audibly as he moved. It looked like a little imp pulled out of a cartoon.
“You can do this, Bendy. It’s just a question. Nothing more. If things get messy, you can escape. It’ll be fine.” He said to himself. Bendy debated whether or not to go through with this. Ever since moving to Lunaville, he had thought of whether or not to put an illusion on himself. Sure, he could change his form at will at times no problem. But other times, he wasn’t in control of it and to be honest, he was more comfortable in his true form. Maybe it was because he was born with it. Maybe the thought of how he acquired the form that he idolized for years made him sick. Whatever the case, he wanted to be comfortable while still looking cute and approachable for everybody else. He then decided.
Knocking on the door, Bendy called out nervously. “Hello? Is the shop open now?”
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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 21, 2019 15:09:47 GMT
Looking up at the sound of knocking on the door, Tamamo blinked at the sight of the little imp. He looked like he came right out of a cartoon! Tamamo had seen many things over the years, but not something quite like him. She quickly moved past it though, she had seen weirder and he was rather adorable.
Standing up from the stool, and closing the finances book, Tamamo smiled and waved the imp in. "Yes, sweetie, we're open. Come on in!"
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Post by subukunojess on Sept 21, 2019 15:39:08 GMT
Bendy opened the door and came in before shutting the door carefully as he blushed a light grey. He walked towards the counter and looked at the owner. Wow, she was pretty! That made him more nervous. His diamond-tipped tail swished from side to side with his movements.
He then stopped and looked up at the woman, clicking his heels together.
“Ummmm, hi? I was wondering if you have anything... for.... illusions?” He gulped. What would she say? Would he have to show her his true form?
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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 21, 2019 15:44:24 GMT
Smiling at the imp's fidgeting and blushing, Tamamo only found him more adorable. If he was one of the year's new students, she couldn't wait to see him again. Plus, if she did this right, he'd be encouraged to come back for more.
Leaning on the desk with her arms, the fox-eared woman smiled encouragingly at him. "We do, indeed! What kind of illusion are you looking for, sweetheart?" Tamamo asked.
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Post by subukunojess on Sept 21, 2019 16:08:47 GMT
Oh gosh, he felt like melting. Now he had to explain it. If he had a neck in this form, he’d pull on his own collar.
“Well, it’s kinda personal for me. Ya see...” Here it comes. “It’s an illusion I wanna put... on myself. Not all the time! Just on the days I don’t feel comfortable...” Bendy frowned as he closed his eyes. Man, this was awkward. Why was he admitting this to her? Why did he decide to go through with this?
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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 21, 2019 16:19:29 GMT
Tamamo frowned a bit at the explanation the imp gave her. Considering he was a demonic creature, albeit cartoonish, perhaps he had another form that he was more comfortable in? Which likely meant, considering the adorable form he had now, it was rather scary. Poor thing probably didn't want to scare others while still remaining comfortable.
"Oh, that's perfectly okay, sweetie! I think I may just have the thing for you!" Tamamo explained, leaving the desk to look through the shelves. She did have several items that would fit what he needed, but it would be mostly personal preference on which one he chose.
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Post by subukunojess on Sept 21, 2019 16:30:01 GMT
Bendy opened his eyes in shock. "Really?" He expected her to ask him in full detail, then get scared if he shifted now. Not this... Was there hope for him after all.
"You do?"
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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 21, 2019 16:39:00 GMT
"Of course I do! If you ever need a magical item, my shop is the one to come to!" Tamamo exclaimed, smiling at the little imp. Grabbing a little basket, and looking through the shelves, she began putting several items that the met the criteria in the basket. Best to give him a number of choices to make. Once she was satisfied she had all the items that would help him, Tamamo walked back to the front desk, crouching down in front of the imp.
Smiling, she held out the basket to him. "Here you go, sweetie! Pick whichever one you want, they're all illusion items that'll help you out."
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Post by subukunojess on Sept 21, 2019 17:10:41 GMT
Bendy gasped as he reached for the basket, taking it and looking at the contents. There were several items to choose from. Perhaps something he could put in his pocket or something he could attach to his white bow tie! Maybe he'll try some out when he goes to his dorm! He picked up a couple of items from the basket, but then frowned a little. He was reminded of the nice people he met back at the studio. The employees who were kind to him just like this woman was just now.
"Thank you... I don't know what to say.... y-you don't mind?"
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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 21, 2019 17:15:46 GMT
Tamamo smiled and shook her head. While it would mean a missed sale or two, helping someone feel comfortable and happy made her happy, too. Her mother had always taught her to be kind whenever she could.
"Not at all, sweetie. And if any of them aren't what you like or think you'll need, just bring them on back. All I ask that you tell your friends about my little store. The business is always welcome." Tamamo said, giving the imp a little wink.
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Post by subukunojess on Sept 22, 2019 3:38:34 GMT
Bendy stared for a while. Here was a total stranger kind and willing enough to help him without asking for payment. This kindness was a rarity that he realized before and he was lucky to have encountered it. He started to sniffle, ink dripping from his forehead. A few emotions steadily filled him and overwhelmed him. His whole body began to glow as he cried inky tears and reached to hug this fox woman. He did not notice himself growing and shifting.
With his ink squelching and a couple of audible snaps, Bendy limbs elongated as he grew up to nine feet tall. He was missing a glove and his body looked more like an adult skeleton. His tail grew longer and swished happily. Ink covered his eyes as he hugged the woman in a firm hold.
"Thank you and I will!" He cried with joy in two voices at the same time.
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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 22, 2019 3:46:30 GMT
Tamamo couldn't the initial tensing of her body and the fur on her tail standing upright at the sight of the imp suddenly transforming into a nine-foot tall creature that looked more like a skeleton, but hearing him sob and thank her in with joy in his voice, she relaxed and smiled. While the ink would likely be rather hard to get out of her clothes later, she found she didn't mind that much.
The poor boy seemed like he had gone through a lot, if just this small amount of kindness was enough to make him cry and loose control of what form he was in, and the fox woman was glad she could help him.
Tamamo smiled, gently patting the demon's shoulder in comfort as she returned the hug.
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Post by subukunojess on Sept 22, 2019 17:41:04 GMT
Bendy stayed like this for a while before he pulled away, content. When he opened his eyes (although they were hidden from the ink), he immediately noticed that the owner was much smaller than before. Putting two and two together, Bendy reacted like anyone would...
"OH MY STARS, I'M SO SORRY! I-I DIDN'T MEAN TO!"
... instantly freak out. He let go and stammered as he motioned to her repeatedly. Not only would she freak out as well, but he gotten her dirty with ink! Ink puddles formed around him as he panicked, offering to clean her up.
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Post by Darkdarling98 on Sept 22, 2019 17:46:18 GMT
Blinking at the panicked outburst, Tamamo watched the demon panic for a moment with a surprised face before a laugh escaped her, the fox woman giggling. She knew it wasn't nice to laugh, but she just couldn't help it, the poor thing was just too cute!
After calming herself down, Tamamo smiled at him. "It's alright, sweetheart, don't worry! Though, I do think I will take that offer of cleaning up." She gave a playful wink, showing she wasn't upset.
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