--> Operation Make Over

Suguru decides he needs to get dressed. He looks in the closet to find rows of school boy uniforms. "Well I guess this makes choosing something to wear easy" as he takes one down and tries it on. Hmm, at least it's not a dress as he eyes the many pictures of Tot and the large blow up doll in the chair. With his obsession I would have thought the closet would be filled with blue wigs and women's clothes.

"Come on Sakano, we need to find Shuichi and Hiro." Both men wander down the hall when they spot a familiar pair. Hey Shuichi! Hiro! Over here! The men make there way over. "Shuichi, what's with the paper sack?" Shuichi sobs again "Whaaa!" Hiro explains "He saw his reflection in the mirror."

Suguru gives Shuichi a sympathetic look. Hiro continues "I think we traded places with those men at the museum. My guess is this has something to do with the "Buddha of Transformation" We have to find Seguchi san and explain what happened."

Suguru shakes his head "No my cousin won't believe us! We need to form a plan first. Why don't we go to the library and do some research on the "Buddha of Transformation?" Maybe we can find a way to change back."

Shuichi's cries are still heard. Hiro winces "I'm sorry Suguru but I promised I'd help Shuichi with his appearance. But if it's that important to you we can cancel our plans." Suguru hastely shakes his head "No, no, I think it's a better idea if you help Shuichi. Besides, Shuichi would probably get in the way. Why don't you take Sakano with you too so he can find a decent outfit? We might want to look our best when we meet up with Tohma. I'll go to the library myself."

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Hiro, Shuichi and Sakano part ways with Suguru. Fifteen minutes later they arrive at the downtown mall. Sakano suggests "Why don't we meet up later at the food court, I want to look in this shop. Is three o'clock ok?" Hiro and Shuichi nod their heads yes and walk towards the escalator.

A group of men are checking out Shuichi who has the sack on his head "Whoo Hoo! Nice legs Baby! I'd like to get a piece of that ass! Why don't you take off that bag so I can see your beautiful face?" Hiro flips off the men as he escorts Shuichi into the nearest beauty parlor. Shuichi inquires "Who were they talking too Hiro?" Hiro ignores Shuichi as he sets him in a chair.

Hiro approaches the receptionist "Hello sir, May I help you? Hiro replies "I'd like to get a makeover." But you are so cute! I'd hate to see those lovely locks chopped. "Eh, it's not for me but for my friend over there. (Pointing his finger at Shuichi) Shuichi take off the bag."

 The receptionist sweat drops then goes to the rear and brings back Kevin. "This is our best hairdresser. If anyone can help you I'm sure he can." Kevin takes a good look at Shuichi and flinches. "Uh huh . . . Right this way." (Facing Hiro) "This may take awhile so I suggest you go look around."

Kevin escorts Shuichi to a chair in the back and scolds "What have you been doing to your hair? It looks like you chopped it off with a knife. I'm not sure how much I can do for you. Do you have any suggestions? Shuichi answers "I'd like it dyed pink." Kevin blinks "Are you sure you wouldn't like a lovely shade of brown?" Oh No! Pink's Great! I'm sure Yuki will recognize me this way.

(Two hours later Shuichi comes out to greet Hiro.) "Hiro, don't you think my hair looks better?" Eh . . . sure Shuichi. Hiro mutters to himself "I didn't think it could get any worse." Kevin boasts "I think he looks great! Wonderful color choice it brings out the yellow in his eye." Hiro directs Shuichi to wait outside while he settles the bill. Hiro snarls "No tip for you!" I wanted you to improve his looks not draw attention to his ugly face!

They make their way over to the nearest department store. Hiro tells Shuichi "You wait here Shuichi-kun, I need to get something and I'll be right back." Shuichi looks around and notices this is the cosmetic area. "Hmm! I wonder if foundation would help these scars?" Shuichi browses the counters when he is approached by a cosmetologist "Would you like a free makeover? Come and sit over here, Miss." Shuichi glows and doesn't recognize his gender was mistaken.

The cosmetologist gets to work. Thirty minutes and four foundation bottles later, Shuichi looks in the mirror, pleased with his new appearance. "This lipstick matches my hair. Wait until Hiro sees me." Shuichi purchases $200.00 worth of foundation.

"Please charge this to Mr. Yuki Eiri." Shuichi hands over Yuki's credit card. The cosmetologist whispers "I'm sure your boyfriend will like your new look. (Winks) Please come again!"

Hiro spies Shuichi at the cosmetic counter "Oy Shuichi kun! Over here!" Shuichi runs over to Hiro "How do you like my new look? Do you think Yuki will recognize me?" Hiro laughs "I think we need to wipe off that lipstick. With those lips it really draws attention to you. Oh I almost forgot! Here you go try this on, as he pulls out a brown wig, cut in Shuichi's normal style and then places it on his head.

With the new improvements, Farfarello's body actually looks good. Hiro suggests they leave but Shuichi is not finished shopping "Go ahead Hiro. There are a few more things I need to buy. I'll catch up with you and Sakano in a little while."