Something is wrong. The decorations scream fake, the wedding cake looks horrible. I can taste the food coloring from here. My mother, father, and siblings are wearing all black and look pissed off. The music to signal for the bride started and everyone stood, except for my family. (What's going on? Did Coco do something horrible?) The bride made it to down the aisle and I finally got a chance to take her in. This wasn't the dress for her, the flowers on the dress were as fake as the decorations surrounding us. (Is that tissue sticking out of her bra?) I pulled up the veil only to recoil in shock and horror.
"You're not Coco."
I shot up from bed getting away from that hellscape. Did mom make me go to sleep? I looked around and realize I'm in my room. Alone. Where the hell is Coco! I jump out of bed and realized how heavy my clothes where. "What did she do to me!" I tore down the hallway trying to find anyone. The smell of food caught my attention. "They're eating breakfast. How long was I out?" I yank open the door and saw only my brothers sitting at the table with my father at the head. "Come in and sit down Whis, we have a lot to discuss." His voice was mellow but I could tell from the way he's standing; it's not going to be pretty.
Coco yawn and still a little sleepy. The woman she dubs as mother had dragged her out of bed pretty early. "Why are we at an outdoor mall?" Coco asked eyeing the buildings they slowly pass.
"Because you need clothes. You no longer have clothes that fit you at the moment." Cus said on Coco's right side, she first felt sad about the punishment at first but was kind of enjoying it because of Coco's height. She's not super short like her but it's nice to have a conversation without strain her neck.
"I'm pretty positive your bra and panty size are not the same." Vados said thoughtfully." "Y-you are correct," Coco said with a blush remembering she had gone commando at the moment. "Here we are." Honey said stopping in front of a shop with the windows blacked out. Coco eyed the shop unsure of stepping inside especially since a buff bodyguard was standing at the door. "Password?" The beefy man asked with his arm folded. The grand priestess reaches into her purse and pulled out a black shiny card. The buff man nods and opens the door. "Welcome back."
I felt my mouth drop once we made it inside. The shop is beautiful and everything looks super expensive. "Welcome." I jump and made eye contact with a feminine man. "How may I help you?" I fumbled over my words hoping someone would help. I looked to my left and right only to relieve they left me alone. "First time shopping alone?" The man asked softly with a motherly tone. I nod fiddling with my thumbs. "Do you know your bra size?" I shook my head embarrassed. "That's ok, my name is Leon and I'm here to help. Let's start by taking your measurements. Follow me. "
"I feel kind of bad for leaving Coco like that. I did promise Clover I would watch after her." Vados said while peeking around the shelf. "You feel bad about something? That's new." Marcarita said with a smirk. Vados rolled her eyes. "Excuse me for feeling bad for lying to my partner."
After an hour of my farther chewing me out, he offered me help. "Your brothers and I have decided to help you. Pay attention." A well-done presentation appears.
"For this family vacation, we are going to Salang the most romantic and biggest city on plant Jiù."
"Salang is broken into two different styles is it not?" Sour asked looking at the map. "Yes, Salang has a modern and old culture. This will work out for us." Camparri nods in agreement and speaks up. "No doubt mother would enjoy the traditional half and will only want to experience that part."
"Your mother and I will be staying in the traditional region; we have the rest of you in the modern part." "How's that going to stop mom from coming to check in on us?" My voice asked with a crack. "Your mother has set some harsh rules which I had to talk her into toning down."
"W-what rules?"
"Your date locations must be approved by your mother or myself, your dates are to have a chaperone and absolutely no sex." I groan and sunk into my seat. Cukatail pat my back sympathy with me.
"Here's the game plan. While you were out cold Vados and Clover were able to gain some alliance on your side. A few of Coco's friends are willing to help and surprisingly your sisters." (Great now I own Vados a favor.)
"We think the best thing to do is try to usher you two into romantic scenarios. Just follow along. Do you understand?"
"No."
My farther look shocked for a second. "Here's an example. If I ask Cream if they want to sightsee at the airport while we wait for our flight. You invite yourself along by asking Coco if she likes to join." Sour explained. "The whole goal is to get you and Coco to spend time together," Camparri adds.
"Since you were mom's golden child you never have gotten in trouble. We will warn you now. Mom will try to length your punishment." Sour said shaking his head. Cognac broke into a cold sweat and add in his two cents. "My punishment was supposed to be a week but she got pissed off because I wouldn't reply to her." I was confused by his statement. "Why would she punish you for replying to her?" "When she started to yell at me, she told me to not say anything while she was ranting. She got to a point where she said: "Don't just sit there, say something." Dad had to save me when I finally replied to her. She's scary when pissed off." "Don't just paint her as a villain, tell Whis what you did wrong." Awamo said elbowing Cognac "T-that story for another time. Just know she's scary."
"You think she'll try to sabotage my dates?" "We don't know but it's possible."
~Unknown pov~
"Gentleman, we are in luck. We have been informed about the thorn in our side."
"How do you know this information is good?" a rough male voice asked from the shadows.
"We have an Alli who's been keeping an eye on them."
"What's new?" a soft soothing feminine voice asked the man standing in front of them.
"Hachimitsu and Daichi have been busy. One of them revived the Council of life."
"Didn't we take care of council long ago by killing the Turvixins?" the rough voice asked.
"It seems we missed one and she's royal blood. Had we truly killed them all the universes would have been in disrepair and the mortals would have suffered."
An unknown figure spoke up. "She won't be a challenge. She's been isolated so she should be weak and only act on her primal instincts."
"That's where you're wrong. Would any of you like to guess where this lone survivor is." No one spoke up. "She's currently sitting in the judge position for the damn council and father isn't happy!"
"Why does one woman piss off the most powerful being in Lower Hell?" a sultry voice purred out. "Because she's engaged to marry a member of the higher heaven. When she's offered the white apple, we're fuck!"
"What The hell are you talking about?" the rough voice yelled out. "The apple is just like the pomegranate seeds you ate when you took an oath to my father. The girl is a threat because we don't know how powerful she is alone and if she agrees to eat the apple then she might be able to take us out."
"She's only one person." The sultry voice purrs out. "She's one person who's running the council smoothly and is a wild card. we are unsure if any more members of the Council are marrying into the family except for her and one other member."
"What's the game plan?" the unknown figure asked.
"How about we just taker her out now?" A rough voice asked impatiently.
"If we take her out now, we will lose the chance to kill the family in one go."
"How the hell do you think we can take out a family full of angels?" the soft soothing feminine voice asked. "That's where our Allie comes in. After many years their family is going on vacation and we have all the details."
"You misunderstood my question. How the hell do you think we can take on angels, god, and a basic goddess?"
"Angels are useless against the 7 sins. We are holy water and they are sinners."
"Ok but that still leaves a god and goddess. Need I remind you those two made your father their bitch. What makes you think we can take them on?"
"We will cross that bridge when we get to it."
"I'm happy to present a revamped Coco." Leon pulled the curtains back and Coco steps out with confidence. The ladies gasp "wow Coco, you look good in yellow." Cus said cheerfully. "Did you pick this out, Leon?"
"Nope, this outfit is all Coco. She's a fast study. Once we got past the basics she blossoms before my eyes. She even picked out everything for vacation." Honey nods and looked at the proud Coco. "How do you feel Coco?" asked looking at Coco. "I feel great."
"That's wonderful, I feel bad saying this but I might as well tell you now. You are getting a haircut."
"What!"
"Don't get dramatic on me, you'll overheat on vacation if you don't take get your hair cut."
"She's right Coco, we didn't realize you had a lot of hair because you keep it in a neat bun," Marcarita said gently.
Vados eyes Coco's hair. "You kind of remind me of that sheep you gave Clover for her birthday. You need to be sheared so you don't overheat." Coco sigh in defeat. "I guess if you put it that way."
~Coco pov~
The walk over to the salon felt like a funeral march. Ms. Bo the mansions head maid took our bags back leaving me no room to run away. The only good thing about this funeral is my friends being there. Clover greeted us at the door and all I wanted to do was ask how well Mochi did in court. I have complete faith in Mochi running court without me. I'll just ask him when we get back home.
"Ahh, it's been a long time darling."
"Mr. Gril, I haven't seen you since my wedding day. What are you doing down here?" The grand priestess asked. "Well, let's just say upstairs is a little uptight about your student," Gril replied quietly back to her.
"In a good or bad way?"
"In a good way."
"We'll talk."
"Of course, darling."
"Now you must be Lady Coco, come sit and let me take a look at your hair." I sat and he pulled the clasps that held my hair. (Vados had gifted it to me after my ribbon snap while I was visiting. I didn't get to meet the destroyer. He was unfortunately asleep.) My hair tumbled everywhere I smiled nervously and looked at the styles in the mirror. He shook his head disappointed.
"Your hair care routine is horrible darling. Your hair isn't supposed to be this dark pink." (this is dark?) "It isn't?" "You have built up in your hair because you're a walking talking flower that lets out a scent depending on your mood." (I make pollen?)
"Your hair should be white with a hint of baby pink." Now that he mentioned it. My hair everywhere else is pretty much white with barely pink hiding in it. My hair for the ball was light compared to other days. "I'm going to have to fix that and chop your hair."
"Chop!"
"Oh darling, trust me you'll grow it back. But for now, it needs to go." I want to cry and die. "We can be twins Coco," Clover said giddily. Tears built up in my eyes and Vados push Clover away from me. "What? What did I say?"
"Here Coco, drink this. You'll feel better." Marcarita offered me a drink and I toss it back quickly. (This fancy salon has it all.) "Take deep breaths Coco and relax, if you need us, we will be over in the next room getting manicures and pedicures," Cus said softly reassuring me I nod and watch her go. The styles toss the Cape over me and got to work.
I feel naked...ok maybe I'm being dramatic. Just a little. My hair length used to be at my knees. Mr. Gril cut it until it was halfway on my back. I wonder where all my hair went? Every time I looked on the ground for it, I didn't see anything. "All right darling prepare to be amazed." When Mr. Gril spun the chair around I almost flinch looking at my reflection. My hair was white and was light pink at the roots and it felt ten times lighter. I ran my fingers through it amazed how silky it felt gliding through my fingers. I was so caught up in my hair the styles had to pull my hands from my hair.
"I fear your fiancé is going to have competition the way you're playing with your hair." Maybe I could get used to this haircut.
"Are we clear about the plan Whis?" I nod "Good because they are back." The door to the grand hall open and mom came in with a smirk.
"Well, well, well, what do we have here?"
"I was just finishing up telling Whis the rules of his punishment." "Why isn't the boy in tears?" I felt myself flinch from the heat her eyes sent me.
"Sweetheart, reel back the beast that's hiding inside." Mom eyed me again before turning to leave. "I need to tell you something important when you have a moment."
"I'll meet you in your office."
"Where's Coco?" You could hear a pin drop from how quiet it got. It felt like ages before mom turns to look at me. "Why do want to know?" "She's my fiancé."
"That's it?" she said unimpressed and quickly turning again to leave and Sour elbow me hard. "W-wait!" I cringe hearing my voice creak "I haven't seen her since yesterday and I hate being separated for too long." She didn't turn to look at me but spoke loud enough for me to hear.
"She's in the garden having a late lunch." The doors close after she left and I deflate in my seat. "For a second I thought she was going to turn into a demon." Cognac whisper.
~Coco pov~
"Then she pats me on the head while still trying to flirt with Mochi." Listening to Cus rant had become one of my favorite activities. Cus and I talk pretty frequently because of me helping Zamasu, she always has something entertaining to talk about. "What did you do?" I asked while trying to finish my lunch.
"Well I was going to visit a witch who could cure her with crabs but, Mochi stop me." Clover gasp "What party pooper!"
"I know right!" I took a bit of my lunch while watching the conversation. "Do you have the name and number of that witch?" Sweet asked while taking out a pen.
"W-wait I don't think Sweet needs that number." Cream stutter trying to be the voice of reason.
"I can give you her card."
"Cus please no." Cream whimpered out. They exchange information and I finished my lunch with a happy smile.
"Hey, Coco I've been meaning to ask you something." "What is it?" I asked before popping a small spoonful of dessert in my mouth. "Zamasu hasn't been acting like an angst pretty boy lately. He's been pretty confident like he lost his virginity or something. What did you do to him?"
I flinch. "W-what do you mean?" I asked with a heavy blush, I pick up a napkin to cover my mouth and try not to be suspicious. I failed miserably and the ladies jump on me like a shark that smells fresh blood. "Oh, my stars, you slept with Zamasu!" Marcarita said with a gasp.
"W-what n-no!" I yelled putting the napkin down from my blushing face. Clover gasp and point to my face. "Yes, you did! Your face always flushes like that when sex is the topic!"
"T-that doesn't mean anything!" I yelled back. "D-does Whis know?" Cream asked concern. "Y-yes," I admitted defeat and the questions kept rolling in.
"Wow, you took Zamasu's v card," Sweet said a little stun. "Don't keep us in suspense. How was it?" Vados asked. "What?"
"Details woman!" Sweet shout at me. I opened my mouth to talk but the tune in my head started to get louder. "Aw shit, here comes Whis act natural," Cinnamon said with a huff. "We will finish this conversation later," Cus said almost bouncing in her seat, excited about hearing gossip.
~Whis pov~
I can do this; all I have to do is ask her on a date. The closer I got to the table the more I felt my confidence drop. They were staring into my soul. can't tell who's on my side and it's freaking me out. Wait. Which one is Coco? I don't see pink hair! I was successful panicking while walking closer to the now gossiping and giggling group.
Shit. Shit. Shit. Wait. The soul tune. The sound of a cascading harp pointed me in the right direction but I was still confused. "Coco?" She turns to look at me and I felt breathless. "Wow, you're beautiful." I realized that I said that out loud and panic sets back in. Her voice broke through my panic thoughts. "Thank you." (She smells like vanilla and her voice sound so mellow. Mom did punish me harshly. Coco's hot and I'm awkward and lanky also my voice creaks after a few words. God bless her parents.) A lough cough pulled me out of my thoughts. Oh god, how long have I been staring at Coco? "So, ummm...yeah, bye" my voice cracks on the end and I internally cringe. "Bye." She replied while twirling a piece of her hair.
The girls watch Whis quick retreat before turning their attention back to lunch. "That was... something," Clover said confuse. "Oh my god, he's so cute. Did hear him?" Coco said giddily. "Oh yeah, you're a teenager. That was completely natural to you." Vados said pinching the bridge of her nose.
Honey stood in the middle of her office or as her kids affectionately call it the star room. There's no desk, bookshelf or anything you would find in a normal office. The office was pitch black and filled with tiny versions of the 12 universes. With a wave of her hand, the grand priestess could look into any of the 12 universes that floated around her. Above the universes, white clouds floated with cliché golden light peeking through the cloud.
Below the universes were lower hell or the deepest part of hell. Cracks litter the ground and red light seeped out along with black smoke. The priestess could do a lot more the just watch the universes, watching the timelines was her favorite pass time. She never interfered with time, until now.
"What are you doing?" The tall beauty skin flush from embarrassment. She was caught like a naughty kid who got caught sticking their hand in the cookie jar. "Looking at the timelines, I need answers." The priestess replied smoothly. Her husband put his hand out and Honey reluctantly drop the white line that represents the main timeline connect to their very own.
"Talk to me, Honey. What has you so antsy that you're willing to break a rule?" The space around them fades out until it was just them floating between higher heaven and lower hell. Several minutes of silence pass by. "Today, at the salon. Gril let me in on something important."
"Put your mind at ease Honey, tell me."
"I don't think my mind will ever be at ease Daichi. Hell is getting restless and they think he's ready to retaliate. I-"
"Shhh, let's finish this in our room." Like a candle in the wind, they were gone.
~Whis pov~
I feel like I'm high right now. I was walking with confidence in the kitchen where Sour, Korn, and Cukatail were talking. "Well someone looks happy, is it safe to assume she said yes to a date?" Korn asked. My smile drops and a bunch of feeling rush through me. Anger, sadness, embarrassment. "I got distracted and forgot to ask."
"Distracted by what?" Sour asked confused
"Coco, duh."
"How do you get distracted by the girl you were asking out?"
"Have you seen her? She pretty fucking hot my dude."
"Oh my god, how did we forget he's working with a teenager's mind?" Korn said while facepalming himself.
