Open the Envelope Quietly

With a shaky breath, you peel back the seal. Inside, a single slip of paper waits:

PHASE ONE: PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENT
"You will wear the enclosed accessory at all times outside this room. Compliance will be verified daily."

A small, delicate item slips into your palm—another pair of panties, this time sheer lace with a tiny satin bow.

Emma claps her hands together. "Good choice! And just so we’re clear..." She produces a slim silver anklet with a tiny bell. "This completes the official uniform."

Riley snorts. "Now the whole school will hear you coming."

Claire adds coolly, "And if it ever stops ringing... we’ll know you’re hiding."