Author's Note: So I'm updating a hundred times faster than the last time yet it still took forever! I just have spurts or periods of time when I feel like writing, but after one chapter it usually goes away. But I'm back with more FAX!!! On a side note, was I the only one who squealed and jumped around in the 5th book (MAX) when they kissed (several times)???? I love that book!! *Cough cough anyways…..on with the show!!

Chapter 3

Max POV

The plan was set and we were ready. Iggy and I talked everything out- all possibilities. I was all set to act like a girl. I watched Iggy walk upstairs to the younger flock members. Drawing a deep breath, I casually flitted into the den. Fang was staring at the TV, but his eyes weren't focused. Seems he's still brooding, me thinks.

"Hey Fang!" I greet him while flopping in the spot next to him. His eyes only flicker over to me. I start to frown but stop myself. I cutely grin instead (almost naughtily) "I'm sorry about earlier. I was just teasing you."

"You mean like what you trying to do right now?"

"What are you talking about?" I automatically respond.

"I've already seen you run in a bikini, drenched in chocolate, get licked, and now you're sitting next to me in a dark den alone in one."

Too bad it wasn't darker, because he easily caught the burning blush that spread across my face.

"Oops! I forgot to change. I didn't mean to make part of you uncomfortable." I glanced at his jeans at that moment to turn the tables back on him. It was his turn to blush and feel awkward. He tried to casually use his hand to squash it down.

"If you didn't mean to tease me, then why don't you help me out?" Iggy's unholy grin flashed on his face.

I froze like a deer in headlights. WHAT!?!?!?! He wasn't supposed to respond like this! Iggy and I hadn't discussed this yet!! We thought we'd have to crack him a little before he responded to flirtations. In my moment of panic, Fang chuckled.

"So are you—" Fang got cut off by the girl's squeals.

I quickly stood up and headed for the stairs, muttering, "I should see what's going on." Fleeing to upstairs, I practically started hyperventilating. I flirted with Fang and turned him on! This might be easier than I thought. Maybe he still likes me!! {A/N: Only Max wouldn't realize this!} I need to talk to Iggy – I can't believe Fang asked me that! I need to be more prepared so I don't look stupid again.

I opened Angel's bedroom door to have both girls fling themselves in hugs on me. "Max! Max! Max, oh Max! I can't believe- I knew it- You'll be so beaut- He love y- We'll help!" Both girls were blabbing away, cutting each other off, too eager to be heard. I hugged them back and tried to gently pry them off of me without hurting their feelings.

"I'm glad you're all on board. Nudge, would you mind doing my make up now? Oh, and Iggy. I really need to talk to you later. We have more scenarios to discuss."

"Did something happen down there that we didn't anticipate?" He asked.

"Yeah, you could say that," I muttered. Next fifteen minutes, Nudge had fun with my face. She waxed my eyebrows (when did she get that?!) and did all the make-up essentials. Yet she still made my face look natural and not like a cheap hooker, so I was satisfied and grateful. She brushed my hair silky smooth and wrapped it in curlers. While they were in, we went in pursuit of an outfit. Of course, I don't have anything alluring yet because this plan was just developed yesterday, so we went with something that was still whole and nice looking with minimal blood stains. A pair of faded jeans and a blue v-neck with three quartered length sleeves. Some striped socks to finish the look and forced through earrings. After the bleeding stopped, Nudge took out the curlers and fixed my hair just right. One last close inspection over everything and then we were done.

"Max, you look soooo pretty!!" Angel exclaimed.

"You look like a girl." Gasman accused.

"Okay, enough with the show. I have to chat with Maximum here for a second before she makes her girly appearance to Fang. So shoo!" Iggy stepped in. After they scrammed, he turned to me expectantly. "Spill."

Deep breathe. "So I was down there, fake apologizing about teasing him earlier and he flirted back and I drew attention to what was happening in his pants and he asked me to take care of it or whatever and I froze and then the girls squealed and I ran." I streamed my story.

"Hmmmm. So he's responding to the bikini well. We might go swimming more often then. When we're out clothes shopping, we need to pick up a few different ones so it won't get boring with the same one. We also will need summer dresses and becoming blouses and, of course, shorts. Probably need new/matching underwear and smexi pajamas. That should cover you (no pun intended) there and now you know he flirts, so you'll be better prepared. Remember what we practiced: sticky eyes, smack the arm, work your walk, and always look pretty. We'll crack him before the end of the week!" Iggy concluded his pep talk. "Now go down there and show him you're a girl!"

I paused at the corner before the den to collect myself. I straightened my back, held my head up, and rounded the corner to face Fang. "Gawd, you wouldn't believe what Nudge and Angel put me through. One of them had a bright idea to give me a make over, and being the patient and great flock leader, I didn't spoil their fun." I stopped short in front of him so he could really see me. His eyes were huge just staring at me. He looked down slowly and then back up (a once over, yes!) and continued to stare at my face. I delicately blushed and looked down coyly. "Does it look that bad?" I asked innocently.

"No. Not bad. Not bad at all. You're…. gorgeous." He said almost like he was amazed I could look that way. I pinched myself to stay calm. He complimented me- stay focused. "I kind of like it. I might keep doing it. You won't notice the bruises as much." I joked.

"No, you wouldn't notice that at all." Fang said lost in thought.

"Well, it's late and I'm going to read a story to Angel, and probably Nudge, before bed, so good night." I finished. I leaned down and kissed him on the cheek. I didn't want him to get it all right away. I got to keep his interest and play with him a little. I headed for the stairs without hesitation, but quickly glanced back. Fang was frozen in place still and was watching me walk away with amazement in his eyes.

I went to the girls room and did as I said, though the story was about Fang's reaction and brainstorming for the future (but he didn't need to know that). When I was through, I said good night to the other boys and gave them updates and headed for my room. After changing, I laid down, but was too charged up to sleep. I felt beautiful and empowering. It was very exhilarating! I couldn't wait for tomorrow. 3

A/N: I finally finished! I stayed up till one in the morning for my wonderful readers!! I even have church tomorrow and won't get but six hours of sleep if I'm lucky. You all know the drill by now… please review!! Tell me what you think and give me ideas of what you want to see Max do and how you want Fang to react. I'm going to try to update sooner than I have been (I have never taken so long to update on a fanfic before!) because school is drawing to a close. Thanks to all my readers! ^_^ It's because of your reviews that make me write more!!