Again, I apologize for the sudden love rush, but honestly, Disney does the "love at first sight" quite often in their movies and Aladdin did fall for Jasmine at first sight in the original movie.

Chapter Two- The Plan

Aladdin stared straight ahead as Mirage circled him, inspecting his firm and toned body hungrily. As fine as his current human body was, she couldn't help but think that he would look simply divine if he were just like her. She could do it. She already found him attractive and she had created the El Katib with her own magic. It would be easy for her to transform Aladdin into a humanoid-cat like herself.

There were flaws with this idea, however. Aladdin could find a way to escape her world and return to his friends. That accursed Genie would be able to easily find a cure, such as The Tree of Renewal. The only way she could insure that Aladdin wouldn't want to be human again, would be if he were in love with her. At that moment, he clearly did not. His body language indicated that he was none too happy at being kidnapped.

How could I get him to fall in love with me? If I used a controlling device to keep him prisoner until he loved me, he could trick me into removing it and then he would escape. How he would escape, I don't know. I made sure that no trace of my magic could be detected by that genie, so no one knows he's here with me. Anyway, I want him to love me without an outside influence.

"Why did you bring me here, Mirage?" Aladdin asked sharply.

"It's nothing sinister, I assure you," she answered. "I came to the realization that I've fallen in love with you. I plan on making you my mate. Perhaps, you know of a way I could gain your trust and your love."

"I will never trust or love you!"

"Yes. I thought you would say that. But really, Aladdin, I'm rather lonely and could use some companionship. There are no others like me and that may be why I turned to evil. Could you possibly stay for a little while, at least for a day or two? I swear to you that I will return you to Agrabah afterwards."

Aladdin stared at her. She wanted him as a guest now? She seemed sincere about returning him home after his visit. He could decide to stay. If he refused, she could choose to keep him there anyway. He had no power to force her to send him home. Finally, he nodded. "All right. I will stay two days and I have your word that you will send me back."

"Of course. I give my word that I will send you back after two days. Come. I will show you to your room." As she led the way down a corridor, she smiled to herself. The perfect plan came to her while she was waiting for Aladdin's decision. She would slip a control collar onto Aladdin that would do three things: one make him fall in love with her, two he would slowly change into a human cat, and three make him into an evil person just like her. The two of them would rule Morbia together for eternity.

Okay, so I am going to put a device on him but the collar, infused with my magic, will be the one doing all the work. I'll simply turn on my charm and the collar will make him react to it while Aladdin believes he's reacting on his own. Eventually, he'll love me without the collar.

She opened a door to a guest room and allowed her guest to enter. "You must be tired after I forced you here."

Aladdin yawned slightly. "I guess I am a bit."

"Then go ahead and take a little nap. I'll see you at dinner tonight."

Aladdin nodded sleepily before lying on the bed and falling asleep.

Mirage closed the door behind her before focusing her powers on creating a golden cat collar with the abilities to do exactly what she wanted it to do. Once it was in her hands, she waited an hour to make sure the young man was deep asleep before she silently teleported into the room. Aladdin was lying on his side, his back to her, his head resting comfortably against the pillow. Mirage grinned. The position was perfect. She quietly unlocked the collar, slid it around his neck, and clicked it into place before teleporting out. Yes, the collar would be heavy due to the fact that it was solid gold, but she can easily tell him that it was a gift of her affection and that she'll remove it after his visit was over.

Aladdin awoke a few hours later, feeling rested. As he sat up and stretched, he became aware of a heavy weight around his neck. He got up and looked into a full-length mirror hanging on the wall next to the door. A solid gold cat collar with precious gems circled his neck. He felt the entire collar, but could find no latch or lock. The collar was one unbreakable band. This had to be Mirage's work. He was going to go to her and demand an explanation. As he opened the door and exited the room, he was unaware of a change that came over him.

Mirage looked up as Aladdin entered the dining room. He didn't look happy and she could guess as to why he was that way. Her guess was correct as he pointed at the collar and demanded, "What is the meaning of this, Mirage?"

"It's a gift of my affection for you. I'll remove it after your visit but I insist you keep it. You could sell it or melt it down for something, if that is what you wish. Now, please sit down. Dinner is ready."

She smiled charmingly at Aladdin from across the dinner table as they took their seats. The collar had only been on for half a day and already Aladdin was starting to transform. He already had the ears of a cat. They were golden-brown and they suited him perfectly. He wasn't in love with her yet, but he was acting politely, like a guest would despite being angry about the collar. She wondered what the young man would say when the time came for him to leave.

Mirage arose early the next day, wondering what the two of them could do for the day and if Aladdin had changed anymore overnight. Perhaps I'll give a tour of my home. After all, once Aladdin has completely succumbed to my spells, he'll be living here. He'll need to know where everything is so he doesn't become lost.

I think I'll also teach him some magic. I have a feeling that he'd be quite good at it. She left her room and headed for the dining room to magically conjure up some breakfast and wait for her guest to arrive.

Aladdin sat up in bed, knowing that in little less than twenty-four hours, he would be returned home. Somehow, he knew Mirage would keep her word. Everything's she's said and done since his "arrival" was the truth. Mirage was in love with him, but he didn't feel the same way about her.

She's Evil Incarnate. No way is she going to change from evil to good simply because of love. And speaking of love. He fingered the solid gold collar around his neck. I will definitely have this thing melted down when I get home. He slipped out of bed, smoothed down his tousled hair, left the room, and headed for the dining room.

He entered the room to see breakfast already on the table and Mirage seated and waiting for him. She smiled charmingly at him and for no reason he could think of, his heart began to beat faster. There was something about her smile that was…attractive. Why would that be?

"Good morning, Aladdin. Did you sleep well?"

"Actually, yes, I did." He didn't want to admit it, but his guest bed was a lot more comfortable than sleeping in his hovel or even sleeping in the palace on occasion. He took his seat across from Mirage and looked at the breakfast plates.

The food was vastly different from dinner last night. All he saw were bowls of cream or milk and plates of several different types of fish. However, instead of feeling disgusted or annoyed with the limited selection, he was actually happy with the choices. Aladdin was confused over his odd behavior and actions, but decided to dwell on them later and just eat.

Mirage knew that all of her spells were having an effect on Aladdin while she ate. She knew her breakfast choices would appeal to the cat inside him. Her charming smile when he walked in seemed to be affecting the love spell in the collar. Plus, Aladdin had indeed changed a little more during the night. His skin tone was completely golden-brown and his eyes were looking more green than brown.

I'm going to drop a spoiler right here. If there are any Mozenrath fans reading this, please continue reading, because he will make an appearance later on and remain in the story all the way to the end.