Partly disappointed, partly happy

The next morning, most of them sit together at the dining table. The mood is quite good, since all except Hermione get along well with each other. After one day, Akeno has also integrated quite well into the structure of the house.

After the wonderfully prepared meal has been eaten, everyone sits in their chairs, full to the brim. "Ram, Ikumi and Akeno, stay again for a moment yes?" The three look at each other in wonder. Hermione and Missandei rise and walk out of the room. Rosalina stays as well.

"I have a task for you three" he says after looking briefly at Rosalina, who however avoids his gaze and looks to the floor. "Ikumi, please go to town with the other two and Rosalina. I got an invitation to a ball and I get to take who with me. Since Rosalina has been taking care of Akeno so nicely, I figured I'd take her along."

Ram and Ikumi look a little jealous at Rosalina. "However, she still needs a pretty dress. I was thinking that the three of you could pick out a dress with her."

"Sure we can do that" Ikumi then says, looking at Rosalina with a smile. "She's always so nice and helpful, we can finally return the favor." Rem and Akeno nod.

"Alright" James reaches into his pocket and hands Rem the credit card he got with Ikumi yesterday. "You can pay with this. Ram, let Akeno or Ikumi explain it to you" he says when he sees Ram's questioning expression.

"You're welcome to buy a few more things for the apartment. If anyone gives you any trouble, you may defend yourselves. Ram and Akeno, your powers are currently suppressed, however you still have more strength than an average man. Take care of the other two. If there are any problems, call me yes?"

"Um James? We don't have cell phones" Ikumi says. "Oh ehm right" replies James sheepishly. "If you do well today and you continue to be good girls, then you'll get some from me on Monday yes?"

Akeno and Ikumi's eyes literally sparkle. "Thank you," Ikumi says with a smile. "If there are any problems, just ask passersby. Otherwise, my number is also stored in your collars."

The four then get up and get ready. Barely 20 minutes later, Missandei and James are at the door to see the 4 shopping queens off.

After the door closes Missandei asks "Master, why do you trust Akeno like that? What if she tries to deceive you and wants to escape." James thinks about the mod he gave to Akeno. "Don't worry I've taken care of that, it won't happen."

"Come with me to my room, we have some things to talk about for the next few hours" he then says. Missandei can guess what he means and nods. "Yes master." Then she follows her up the stairs to the second floor.

Ikumi is parking James's car in the parking garage of the mall he showed her. Then the girls all get out of the car. "That car ride was really funny" says Rosalina, since she has never driven a car before.

Ram grins. "Yeah when Master and I were driving it was really exciting at first" she says. Ikumi and Akeno just giggle. "That's so cute how you guys get excited about little things like that" Akeno says and smiles at them.

"Shall we then? If we want to pick out the perfect dress so you can knock James's socks off." Rosalina nods. "I'd love to. I think you guys know better what we're looking for. You guys go ahead yeah?"

So Ikumi and Akeno go ahead while Ram and Rosalina follow. They go into the big mall. Ram and Rosalina are amazed at what kind of stores there are. Whether it's sports stores, candy stores or bakeries, there's something for them to see everywhere.

Ikumi has her hands full making sure they finally get to a clothing store, while Akeno just stands by and laughs.

"So, let's go to the women's section now" says Ikumi a bit annoyed when they finally make it to the first store. The four women walk into the women's department. On the way, the eyes of some men follow them and one whistles after them. Akeno then gives the man a nasty look and he backs away.

Arriving in the women's department, Rosalina and Ram are amazed when they see all the clothes they can choose from. "How are we supposed to find the best one here?" asks Ram when she sees a mannequin wearing a cute top.

Ikumi laughs. "Leave it to me. I'll take you to the dress department first. Once we have the right dress, we'll need some sexy underwear." Ram and Rosalina blush.

"Ara Ara our master won't be able to resist you" says Akano, who has snuck up on Rosalina and is lightly stroking her breast.

Rosalina flinches and covers her chest as best she can with her hands. "A-Akeno what are you doing?" she asks confused, having never been touched like this by a woman before. Akeno licks her lips. "I'm just pointing out that when we're done with you, you'll have no trouble seducing our master."

Ram looks at Akeno. "Um can we... maybe buy something for me too?" Ram then asks. Everyone turns to Ram. Akeno grins widely. "We can do that if you like, but first we need Rosalina's dress."