IMPORTANT – Everyone, this chapter contains lots of clothing designs and all, so I will give you a Google Drive link. Just copy and paste it if the website doesn't allow you to click it. In there, concept art is present for clothing styles, so just go through it as you read. I thought it would be boring to read so many details here—seeing them would be okay, so enjoy it. Remember, it is not character-specific, just random AI-generated concept art which I use to visualize the characters in it, so be chill and guess who wore what!
LINK --- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_OkrxmABfLVhTnjWvJmQCsIDCPZZE5fT?usp=sharing
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CLAAPP! CLLAPPP!
"NOW, NOW, EVERYONE, CALM DOWN! I KNOW YOU ALL ARE TIRED, BUT WITH THE HELP OF EVERYONE, WE HAVE FINALLY FINISHED EVERYTHING! APPLAUSE TO OUR HARD WORK!" Mother Veny's voice rang out loudly as everyone sat outside in the courtyard of Miss Emmy's orphanage house.
"YEAAAHHHH!!!!" Everyone clapped and smiled, their faces glowing with satisfaction despite their obvious exhaustion.
"Now, before everyone forgets, let me remind you—me, the beautiful Mother, that stupid-looking woman Ariana Healey - mother of cute little Sio, and our new friend Silja Mac - mother of cute little Gloomy, are the new founders of this clothing business!" Mother Veny declared proudly, gesturing dramatically to the other two mothers.
"YeeAAAHH!!" Everyone cheered enthusiastically for the mothers, their voices echoing through the courtyard.
"But I am handsome rather than cute," Gloomy spoke with clear dissatisfaction, his small face scrunching up in protest.
"Hehe, right now you are neither, my friend." Little Princess poked his not-so-fluffy cheeks teasingly while looking at his weird all-in-one type clothing with barely concealed amusement.
"Little Princess, you have dark circles on your eyes," Gloomy spoke casually, his tone completely unbothered.
"Kyaaa! Where, where? My perfect look!" Little Princess frantically tried to find a mirror but couldn't locate one anywhere. She tried to dash inside, desperate to check her appearance, but—
TAKK!
"What did I say? Being not-so-perfect is okay. Stop fidgeting and sit tight. There is nothing on your face." Zack reprimanded her firmly by tapping her head slightly, his expression stern but caring.
"OUCH! Big Brother Zack! GRR, Gloomy!" Little Princess pouted angrily and glared daggers at Gloomy, who just yawned lazily in response, completely unfazed by her anger.
"Ahm!"
"FOCUS, EVERYONE! Now we have to showcase what we have prepared, so it's FASSHIIOONN SHOOWW TIIMMEEE!!!" Mother Veny jumped excitedly, her enthusiasm infectious as she continued, "First, the little kids here will come out with some cute outfits. Of course, those are specially made for them, so they will not be for sale and only for them to spread the cuteness in the city. Similar outfits will be made for the public though. Some people have to go try other outfits, and some people will become judges to check whether it looks good as a viewer, so fast, fast, decide among yourselves! Us mothers will go and make them wear cute outfits." The three mothers and Miss Eva hurried away after saying this, already planning which child would wear what.
"Are you excited, Miss Emmy? I had hidden the design from you for the little ones, so look forward to it, hehe." Oliver smiled warmly and spoke to Miss Emmy, who sat beside him in a composed manner, her posture perfectly straight.
"HUMPH! LET'S SEE IF YOU CAN PUT ACTION ON YOUR WORDS, SHAMPOO BASTARD!" she thought fiercely while just nodding politely on the outside, maintaining her calm exterior.
"Umm, so who is going to be the scapegoat? My size would not be present right now, so I will be the judge." Big Guy declared himself confidently and sat heavily on a chair away from others, waiting patiently with his characteristic goofy smile.
"Me too, I am tired already." Gloomy also dragged himself over sluggishly and sat beside Big Guy, his energy completely depleted.
One goofy big man and one small-framed Gloomy, with two animals perched comfortably on their heads, stared blankly ahead, ready to judge anyone who came out.
"Hmm, since there are twelve of us, so six judges and six will try clothes. Two spots already got taken... hmmmm I can try some clothes! Let's see how my beautiful body will look in new outfits." Maren declared herself part of the try-out group with unmistakable confidence, already imagining herself in the new designs.
"Then I will also try. I am sure I am better than her," Fia said casually, smirking directly at Maren with competitive fire in her eyes.
"Grr! I am more beautiful!" Maren started bickering with Fia immediately, their rivalry flaring up once again.
"I WILL JUDGE!" Miss Emmy stood up abruptly and walked away casually, her movements crisp and decisive.
"Me too, I don't want to change right now." Nat also stood up gracefully, walking behind Emmy with unhurried steps.
"Hmm, are you sure you want to miss this opportunity to show off your beauty?" Sasha smirked mischievously and called both of them teasingly, her tone playful.
"GUA! What beauty? Just finish the work fast—time is running out!" Miss Emmy shouted defensively and glanced quickly at Oliver, who didn't say anything in response. "HUMPH!" She turned away sharply and sat beside Big Guy with a huff.
"Huh, don't wanna. I am happy with Zack's clothes for now, hehe." Nat casually waved at her dismissively and sat beside Gloomy, a soft smile playing on her lips.
"We need men, so Zack and I will try it," Oliver spoke casually, to which Zack nodded in agreement without hesitation.
Sasha also nodded, saying she would try clothes, her eyes already gleaming with excitement.
"Alfie, you also stay," Oliver spoke again, his tone making it clear this wasn't a request.
"Hm, fine." Alfie didn't mind, shrugging his shoulders indifferently.
"Then I guess Sio and I will be the judges." Little Princess got up eagerly but was pulled back firmly by Zack. "You will also stay. Just wear it and finish the work. Sio also wants to try, so just be fast and let's get this over with. Everyone is busy today, so don't waste time." Zack looked at the fidgeting Sio, who gleamed with happiness and nodded heavily in agreement, but Little Princess protested loudly, "GYAA! Big Brother Zack! I don't wannttt toooo!!" She wanted to run away desperately but didn't want to use force against him, so she could only sit back down reluctantly, her face scrunched up in displeasure.
"Don't worry, you will look cute, Little Princess, just like you were looking at—"
THUUUPPP!
"SHUT UP!" Before Alfie could tease her further, a long leg came flying and hit his face directly with precision.
"GAA!! Don't hit my face! This is the only thing remaining in perfect condition!" Alfie roared dramatically, clutching his face in exaggerated pain.
"BLLEEHHH!!" Little Princess just teased him back defiantly, sticking out her tongue with satisfaction.
Grrrnk...
The door creaked open slowly, and everyone turned their attention as a few kids came out, and—
FWOOOOSH!
Suddenly everyone was stunned into complete silence for a moment, their eyes wide with shock, then—
Some people got nosebleeds immediately, and some fainted directly from the cuteness overload, their bodies crumpling to the ground.
"Kyaaa, soo cuuttteeeee!! 100! 100! 1000! 1000000!" There was nothing coherent to say—the kids were looking so adorable that the judges and viewers were all stunned into speechlessness, their hearts melting at the sight. The little ones twirled and posed in their outfits, clearly designed with many different animals in mind. Soft fabrics flowed around them, and playful details made each outfit uniquely charming.
"Haha, it seems like your plan may work this time." Zack smiled genuinely, wiping some blood from his nose with the back of his hand.
"What did I tell you? Money, HERE I COME! HAHAHA!" Oliver laughed hard, seeing the kids surrounded by the swooning girls who couldn't stop gushing over them.
POKE! POKE!
"Hmm?" Oliver looked down curiously and saw the fidgeting girl tugging at his clothes.
"Baagg Brrootthrr, DOO I LAAKKK CCCAATTTEEE?" the girl spoke slowly, trying her absolute best to speak properly with her limited vocabulary, her big eyes looking up at him hopefully.
"Yes, you are the cutest of them all." Oliver said warmly while kneeling down to her level and gently pinching her nose affectionately, his expression softening completely.
"Heheh!" The girl smiled brightly, her whole face lighting up, and started jumping happily, her tiny feet barely touching the ground.
"Ahm! Now you guys go inside and change into one of the outfits! Go fast!" Mother Ariana ordered Fia, Maren, Oliver, Zack, Sasha, Alfie, Sio, and Little Princess to change quickly, leaving the four people sitting there playing contentedly with the little ones.
Grrnnkk...
The door opened after a while with a soft creak.
Step... step...
Several footsteps echoed as eight people came outside and stood in front confidently, wearing various casual and battle-wear outfits, with four little kids wearing adorable matching outfits beside them. The designs were striking—each piece clearly inspired by their animal companions, with flowing capes, practical armor plating, and comfortable fabrics that allowed for easy movement.
"Ahm! These clothes are designed based on Lurvi and Tyra, so give a clap for the two little ones! YEAAHH!!"
"CLAP! CLAP!" Mother Veny clapped excitedly, with others also appreciating the two animals enthusiastically, who looked around happily, clearly proud that their features had inspired such beautiful clothing.
"Hey, hey—Zack, how do I look?" Sasha asked eagerly as she stepped closer, dressed in her cute home-wear outfit, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
The soft fabric fit her comfortably, hugging her figure just right. Designed for ease rather than formality, the outfit left parts of her skin exposed to the gentle air, sending faint tingles across her body as she moved. She shifted slightly, clearly enjoying his attention, waiting for his reaction with a bright, hopeful smile.
"Hm, GAH! Big Sister, you are looking way too cute. Truthfully, I can't take my eyes away from you—you are just looking gorgeous. So please cover yourself a little. I feel if someone saw you, then he will be dead from your beauty." Zack praised Sasha sincerely while fixing her dress carefully, which, because of the high wind, had ruffled quite a lot, exposing more skin than intended. Clearly, it didn't suit wearing outside in public.
"Hehe, you are so right! Your sister is the most beautiful one out there, hehe." Sasha hugged Zack warmly, melting into his embrace as he also hugged her back gently. She spoke again softly, "You are also looking handsome. We are both matching now, wearing Lurvi-inspired clothing."
Sasha was radiantly happy as she just focused on Zack and talked with him sweetly, her fingers tracing the matching details on his outfit.
Fia glanced at Sasha with a flicker of something in her eyes and slowly walked forward with quiet confidence, coming to the judges where two ladies had blank expressions, but two boys were clearly enjoying the view, their eyes following her every move.
"Umm, Brother, how do I look?" Fia asked in a low voice, with her ears getting noticeably red, her usual composure slipping just slightly.
"Hmm, you are looking beautiful, Sister. This outfit suits you perfectly. Please wear it in the house—I am sure it is also comfortable." Big Guy spoke gently, his voice warm with genuine appreciation.
"Hm, is that so? Hehe, sure, I will wear it." Fia turned around gracefully and went away while jumping a little with happiness, a big smile spreading across her face.
"Well, that was weird. She doesn't really care about these things," Big Guy looked confused, scratching his head.
"Big Guy, women go crazy over clothing. I only realized it recently. Sigh. Just stay away from them during this time." Gloomy yawned lazily and just looked at everyone's happy faces with detached amusement.
"Hmm, but what about them?" Big Guy pointed curiously at two ladies—one beside him and one beside Gloomy.
"GRRR, THAT WITCH!" Nat glared fiercely and stood up abruptly, walking with hard, determined steps toward them, her jealousy barely concealed.
"Well, there she goes." Gloomy smirked knowingly, looking at Nat bickering intensely with Sasha and pulling Zack away forcefully for another round of outfit viewing.
"GAAA!! THEY ARE LOOKING SO BEAUTIFUL AND HANDSOME! I WANT TO WEAR ONE!!" Miss Emmy wanted desperately to get up but didn't, her pride holding her back. She just brought her head down and fidgeted nervously with her fingers, her desire clearly warring with her stubbornness.
RUSTLE!
Suddenly, a pair of hands came into view with a clothing design on paper.
"Hey there, Miss Emmy, do you like my battle outfit? Do I look handsome? Tsk tsk, I made this outfit for you specifically, but it seems you are not interested, so just see the design I made for you." Oliver came and posed handsomely, flexing slightly to show his body muscles as little kids clapped around him admiringly, their eyes wide with wonder.
"Huh!" Miss Emmy saw the clothing design, and her eyes glowed immediately with excitement. She gently touched Oliver's cape with reverence and said softly, barely above a whisper, "I want to!"
"Hmm, I didn't hear it?" Oliver teased her playfully, poking her hands with a mischievous grin.
"I SAID I WANT TO WEAR IT, YOU SHAMPOO BASTARD!" She stood up explosively and pulled Oliver back into the house forcefully, dragging him by his cape.
After a while, all four of them came out wearing four different battle outfits that complemented each other perfectly. Miss Emmy's outfit featured elegant armor plating that accentuated her figure, while Nat's design emphasized mobility and sensual grace. Oliver and Zack wore matching styles with their respective partners—powerful and practical.
"These battle outfits are inspired by our own flying carriage animals and land carriage animals. We haven't been able to complete the casual wear yet, but slowly we will increase our design stock. Well, to be honest, it would be harder to sell these things if not for Sasha and Oliver's business connections, so let's do our best. Our dear daughter Nat has an official Public Appearance today, so she will come into public eyes today and everyone will be gathered there. So, let's complete the work here, and some of you can go support her." Mother Ariana spoke warmly, seeing all the people in their designed outfits. She smiled sweetly with unmistakable pride, her eyes glistening slightly with emotion.
"Umm, everyone, actually we plan to do something. Can you listen to us for a bit?" Nat came forward with Zack and spoke seriously, her expression turning grave.
Everyone nodded seriously and gathered close to discuss some plans in hushed voices, leaning in to hear every detail.
"That is all. Please, I want your help, everyone. I want to know why everyone is aiming at us." Nat bowed respectfully, asking for help with genuine concern weighing heavy in her voice, vulnerability showing through her usually confident demeanor.
"Hehe!" Everyone just smiled warmly and nodded in agreement, then went away to change. Zack and Sasha went last as they were still talking with the mothers and Miss Eva, who also wanted to help enthusiastically. At first, Zack said no firmly, concerned for their safety, but under their persistent pressure, he just accepted their help reluctantly, knowing he couldn't change their minds.
After Nat changed and was going outside, her mind racing with thoughts, "Sigh, I hope no one gets hurt. I don't want to do this, but I don't have any other way to find out. Sorry, everyone, for troubling you."
SWWOSSSH!
"AH!"
Suddenly, a strong hand came from nowhere and pulled her sharply into a corner of the common area of the house.
"KYAA!!" She gasped as she felt a warm hand lifting her shirt slightly up and touching her naked waist gently, sending shivers racing up her spine.
"Ahh!!! Zack! What are you—ummmmmm!"
Sllrrppp... slrrrppp...
"Aah..." Zack's hands caressed her waist possessively as his bulge pressed against her crotch with unmistakable intent. "Ummmm, aaahh..." Sllrrppp... Zack kissed her hard, his lips claiming hers with hunger, his tongue exploring her mouth deeply.
Nat tried weakly to push him away but just gave up completely in his embrace, melting against him as she felt his hand touching her smooth stomach, tracing patterns on her skin. She moaned softly, "Huff... huff... Zack, what are you doing right now? What if someone came?" Nat asked embarrassedly, hiding her flushed face at his shoulder, not daring to look up at him.
Zack whispered huskily into her ear, his breath hot against her skin, "You were looking quite sexy in that battle outfit, and I couldn't control myself. Don't wear it in the future—I don't want anyone to see your beautiful figure. Do you understand, Ms. AULIFFEE CARNEY?" Zack kissed her shoulders sensually by sliding her shirt sideways, exposing more of her smooth skin.
"Hmm, okay, as you say, Dear." Nat nodded breathlessly and smiled while hiding her face shyly, her heart pounding hard in her chest.
Zack stopped kissing her shoulder and raised her face gently with his fingers, looking deeply into her eyes with intensity. "And you are going to be an official princess soon, so keep an eye on your surroundings. What if someone attacked you like this?"
After speaking seriously, Zack kissed her again passionately, his lips moving against hers with desperate need. "Ahh... mmmph... hah... nnnh... slurp... haaah... mchu... nghaaa... chuu... hah... mmhaa... ahn..." Zack raised her shirt further and touched her upper midriff, his fingers exploring every curve. "Haa... haa... ngh... mmmhaa... ahn...! Chuu... nnh... haah... ahh... ahhh~!" Nat moaned repeatedly, completely lost in the overwhelming sensation of his touch.
But suddenly, she heard some footsteps approaching steadily. Her eyes snapped open wide in alarm—
WHOOSSE! TAAKK!
She pushed Zack away with precision and hit his balls lightly but effectively, her combat training kicking in. Zack's tower suddenly felt its base get broken. He backed away quickly, breathing hard and wincing. "OUCH! Hey, Nat! Don't hit it like that! Our future will get into trouble!" Zack spoke hastily, turning away and barely walking towards a window, trying to recover by breathing deep and looking at the sky, his face contorted in pain.
"BLEEH! This is how I will deal with violators like you, hehe." Nat smiled mischievously and ran towards the door swiftly. She stood properly and fixed her shirt carefully, then smiled warmly and smelled her shirt, catching his lingering scent. "Hehe, don't worry, Zack, our future child will be perfect just like us, heheh." She giggled and muttered in a low voice, glancing back at Zack's pained expression. She laughed again softly then went outside gracefully, her composure completely restored.
After some talking, everyone got back to work, going here and there with renewed energy and purpose.
"Mother Silja, let's go! I will drop you off at 4th rock." Nat smiled warmly, hugging Mother Silja's arm affectionately.
"Huh, me in a royal carriage? I don't know..." Mother Silja hesitated nervously, clearly uncomfortable with such luxury.
PAT!
"Don't worry, Mother Silja, it's a free ride! I am also going back for a moment to my house. Let's go, Nat, give me a ride!" Oliver smiled reassuringly and walked ahead confidently, already heading toward the carriage.
"ME TOO! I want to get away from here—too much work!" Maren followed behind Oliver quickly, ignoring Nat completely in her rush to escape.
"Hm, let's go, Princess." Maid Emmy wore her maid outfit properly and walked ahead professionally, her posture perfect.
TYYRRR!
Tyra also flew inside gracefully, claiming his seat proudly with a satisfied chirp.
"Geez, I am the princess! Why am I giving you all a free ride?" Nat glared at them with mock annoyance and started walking, waving enthusiastically at Zack. "Don't forget to be there! I don't want you to miss out on my grand entry!" Nat shouted cheerfully and smiled happily, her excitement shining through.
To reply, Zack just raised his thumbs up in confirmation, grinning at her.
"Hehe!"
Nat flew away in her carriage as the others got busy preparing for the business event, their voices fading into the distance as the day's real work was about to begin.
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Author Note
sighhh
It took me a long time to generate those images. Not because it was especially hard, but because at one point I became a little too obsessed with getting a picture-perfect design that matched the main characters' style in my head. After a while, I just got fed up and decided to generate them normally—without stressing too much about how every detail looked.
I do use images to help me visualize characters and write their details, but honestly, I'm not a huge fan of AI-generated art. It often feels like it lacks the soul of the characters. Sometimes I even think about learning how to draw myself—AGH!—but that would take a looooot of days, and I don't really have that much time. So we work with what we have.
I hope you liked the images and that you're enjoying the story so far. Thank you for being patient while waiting for new chapters, and for giving this story your precious time. That alone means a lot to me.
See you in the next chapter.
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