It didn't take the tailor long at all to arrive, measuring the girl and tsking the entire time muttering comments she didn't like.
"Too skinny. What a horrible complexion. Good god what dreadful stringy hair!" The girl quickly became depressed but her master seemed unfazed by the comments, making her wondering if he agreed with the man.
"Alright my lord, I have all the measurements so first thing tomorrow morning I'll have tons of selections for you to choose. I'll say this, she needs a complete makeover."
Kakuzu nodded, "I know this and thank you for your time but be here at sunset, the earlier the better." "Absolutely sir." With that said the tailor left with Rei glaring daggers at him.
The vampire smirked, "What's with that look?" "If I'm so ugly then why bother take me to the ball sir?" His expression turned sour, "No one insinuated you were ugly."
The girl gave him an irritated look muttering, "It was obvious from the things he said." Kakuzu rolled his eyes, "You humans take everything so seriously."
"Wouldn't you if someone said those things about you!? What did you expect me to do? Say thanks for making me feel even more like shit!?"
He growled threateningly, "Don't raise your voice at me." The girl huffed and turned away from him, trying not to get emotional and cry.
The miser wanted nothing more than to bend her over his knee and give her something to really cry about, but he controlled his temper and thought about what Zetsu said.
Letting out a heavy sigh he knew she had a point once he thought it through, if someone said those things about him he would without a doubt kill them, however, no one would dare to do so.
It's been so long since my appearance has been mocked I've forgotten how it feels.
Softening his expression he rubbed her shoulders soothingly and murmured, "I apologize for not understanding your emotions Rei. You're not ugly to me, but what the tailor said are the facts; the things we need to fix."
The girl glanced up at him with a sniff, "You don't think I'm ugly?" "Why would I waste my time by lying?" "But….but those two other guys said I was…."
He snorted, "They're picky when it comes to looks and most vampires go after the natural beauties that don't acquire hardly any alterations."
Rei thought about it and what he said made sense to a point, but what was she really considered as then? Was she pretty, average, or merely plain?
Kakuzu smirked a tad and had an idea what she was thinking, so he whispered huskily in her ear, "You do appear more mediocre than most humans; however, I saw something in you that makes you the most incomparable. You're a diamond in the rough."
Rei blushed and hung her head a bit, embarrassed from his words but still didn't believe him. "Thank you, but I'll believe it when I see it."
"Fair enough, now let's go. It's time for supper."
*The girl once again inhaled the delicious food, casting uneasy glances at Tobi who unintentionally began rubbing her thigh under the table.
The boy was still acting odd but he refused to tell her why. What made things worse, was when the vampires began their meal Zetsu took the seat next to Kakuzu and Tobi was at it again with a seductive grin this time.
It's not that Rei minded Tobi next to her but the way he was acting and advancing on her was scary, this time he had the gall to nibble and suckle her neck.
Whimpering softly she tugged her master's leg frantically since the boy couldn't seem to stop himself, the vamp actually lifting up the tablecloth before giving the boy a harsh kick to the side angrily.
Tobi whined softly and blinked several times, staring blankly at the girl before whispering, "Tobi so sorry Rei-chan! He didn't hurt you did he?"
Rei smiled at him, "No you didn't but, what's going on with you Tobi? If you don't me asking." The boy frowned and scooted back to the bipolar man's legs and nuzzling them, a hand reaching under the table to pet his head affectionately. "Tobi does mind actually, he sorry."
"It's ok, it's no big deal." The boy smirked, "Rei-chan so understanding, but Tobi should be better by tomorrow hopefully."
*After that, everything was fairly normal with the exception of Kakuzu hounding the girl with questions what Tobi was doing to her and why.
When she explained as best she could he rubbed his temples, "It must be that time." "What time?" "Never you mind Rei, get into bed."
As the girl drifted off to sleep she really hoped that she finds out what's going on with Tobi, there's at least one thing she's interested in so far.
*"Wake up….come on now." The girl whined from how early it was and rolled over but her master wasn't going to let her, he picked her up and gave his pet a slight shake before putting a wet cloth over her face.
She glared at him, to which he found rather cute, before making her bathe and to wear nothing but a towel once finished.
He explained there was no point since she was to try on different dresses when the tailor came. When he did, the man wasn't kidding when he said he'd bring a ton of selections.
There was over fifty dresses, all different colors and styles but first thing first was her weight and complexion. Kakuzu observed his pet with much amusement as he handed her a small glass of some dark red liquid.
She turned her nose up at it and asked, "What is this?" "It'll be better if you didn't know Rei. Make sure to drink it all." She took a sip but made a face and handed it back to him after staring at him like he was crazy, "This is blood!?"
He smirked, "Of course it is, vampire's blood does wonders for humans. You'll feel stronger and look healthier, not to mentions your flaws will cease to exist."
Rei simply couldn't believe him and still refused to do what she was told. He narrowed his gaze and growled, "It's my blood you're drinking so you better hurry up before I force you to."
Gulping she chugged it as best she could, making a disgusted face the entire time from the flavor before she did finish it all, feeling like she was going to be sick afterwards.
Kakuzu motioned for the tailor to begin picking dresses as he led his pet into the bathroom and shut the door, leaning down to claim the soft blood stained lips to remove any excess to ease her stomach.
The girl did try to push him away but all he did was tighten his hold on her, getting fairly addicted to the mixture of saliva and blood in the small mouth.
His lustful instincts grew rapidly, wanting to dominate his human right here and now but he withdrew; no need to rush just yet.
Licking his lips his eyebrow twitched how adorable she looked, her face all red, lips parted and trembling, her mind lost in uncertainty.
Clearing his throat he quickly checked to make sure there was no more blood, the girl not feeling sick anymore when he exited and gestured for the tailor to proceed, the girl having no time to think about the kiss from trying on so many dresses.
*He sat in his chair leisurely, folding his hands on his lap as the fitting commenced. The time dragged on, Kakuzu either shaking his head disapprovingly or waving the man on to find another dress for his pet.
Tapping his finger irritably he grumbled many things during the process, "I don't want her to look like a slut, get something less skimpy. That doesn't even fit her properly. No ruffles."
"What are you thinking? That style makes her look pregnant. What a disgusting color, it's not even in harmony with her skin. You call yourself a tailor and fashion designer? A petite woman does NOT wear dresses that drag the ground!"
The poor tailor was beside himself in anxiety and fear of how angry Kakuzu was getting, that is until the girl pointed at a dress she liked so he let her put it on without a fuss.
This time the vampire widened his eyes and sat up more properly from his slumped position, loving how delectable she looked.
It was a long royal blue satin, one-shoulder one strap dress with a side draped bodice. It had a small slit on the front that came just at her mid-thigh and fitted her beautifully.
Humming in approval he gave the nod that made the tailor sigh with relief, deciding to take the next step and tend to her hair.
Kakuzu waited patiently too see the results, still picturing her in his mind how much his blood has already affected her body. His pet probably didn't notice yet, but her complexion was now flawless and her small body was still slender but not too thin as it was before.
Her size was perfect to the vampire; he liked seeing a woman with some meat on their bones and not some toothpick. It looked healthier.
"I'm finished sir. How does this look?" Rei came out with a sullen expression as the miser replied instantly, "No. Try something else." Her hair was in long loose curls but it didn't look right on her.
Once again the girl was guinea pig, being brought back and forth with different hair styles that didn't suit her. Kakuzu could tell she was grumpy which didn't help the tailor, but the vampire was as well. It's a good thing he told him to come as early as possible then.
Suddenly an idea hit him, the vampire furrowing his brows and going to his pet to push the hair away from her face. He murmured his suggestion to the tailor and he seemed to like the thought, "Hmmm, I do believe you're right sir. She does have the shape face for it."
Sitting back in his seat, it wasn't even five minutes when the tailor came back out beaming. "You were absolutely correct sir! Behold!"
The girl came out and like before, he liked what he saw more than ever. Kakuzu had a hunch she would look more appealing with short hair and he was right. It suited his pet indeed.
The style was a cropped one, short in the back but longer in front that was parted off to the side to reveal her face whereas the other side was shorted and tucked behind her ear. "Perfect. At last we're almost done."
The man then applied the makeup, very light shades and neatly done with just enough mascara and eyeliner to make her eyes pop out; the lipstick just a soft shade to make the plump lips look moist and kissable.
Once complete Kakuzu and the tailor observed the girl and nodded in approval, "She's gorgeous!" The vampire's hungry and lustful gaze was his own way of agreeing with that statement until the tailor left, taking his turn now to get ready after remarking how lovely she was.
The girl took the time to look at herself completely in the long mirror and was in awe herself as her master began to get dressed. Rei didn't even recognize herself; she did look beautiful. She touched the reflection in doubt, thinking this might be a dream.
It wasn't and she smiled a little, twirling around in the dress grinning but when the tailor quickly came back with a pair of heels she had difficulty walking in them.
Luckily they weren't real high heels so she got used to them pretty quick as Kakuzu returned all dressed, Rei looking at him with a blush at how handsome he looked in a three piece suit.
The vampire smirked from her ogling gaze before going to the telephone, having the maid send up some sandwiches for his pet since she had no breakfast.
"Rei, do you remember the rules I told you how to behave in company?" "Y..Yes sir."
Arching a brow he sighed, "No need to be frightened, you'll be safe. If you do find yourself in an awkward situation find Zetsu or his pet, I trust them more than any of my kind."
The girl furrowed her brows in worry, "Is it going to be that dangerous for me?"
The miser groaned, "It's like that for any attractive pet, it gives the other vampires a chance to chat them up or get them into trouble. I'm sure Tobi told you about that didn't he?"
"Yes he did." Leaning down he cupped her chin and lifted it, "Under no circumstances are you to leave the ballroom without me understand?" From the dangerous tone she quickly said, "Yes sir." "Good girl"
He pulled out another collar from his dresser that matched her outfit, unfastening her present one before changing them to still signify she was his pet.
*Rei was almost too petrified of his warnings to eat her food; it scared her to no end and not to mention she couldn't dance either.
Her master then motioned for her to take his arm as they exited the room, going down the long flight of stairs with poise until he lead her to the ballroom, having already seen many vampires and pets passing by all dressed up for the occasion.
The girl took a big gulp and tried not to look so scared as the huge doors were opened for them.
Here goes nothing. I hope I don't meet those three vampires Tobi warned me about.
TBC:
Yay for makeovers lol, next time: THE BALL AND MORE DRAMA….or seduction ;p