truth or dare ?

(Daphne POV)

Surprisingly, Daphne felt the day was starting well, too well. It worried her that Nola had announced more than just good news, and clearly this wasn't right. Alas, Nola's next sentence proved her right.

"And now that you've all got rid of a theme, it's time for our big winner Hanna to reallocate one of the ones your comrades have got rid of," said Nola.

So that was the trap. Giving hope only to take it right back, that was the way of this monster disguised as a Leprechaun.

"What do you mean it's up to her? I protest! We've still got 3 themes, we don't need to add another one," says Jessica.

"Alas, the audience prefers to have a choice and therefore an extra theme. Now it's up to you, Hanna, to make your choices" says Nola.

"I have my doubts about her ability to make free and coherent choices, given that she's under the influence of the pill," says Eric.

"Too bad for her and too bad for you. Now, Hanna, please give me your choices," said Nola.

"We can discuss it all together so that Hanna can make the best choices," says Leo.

"Ah no, now that's enough, you've had enough discussion, now everyone shut up until Hanna announces her choices," says Nola.

Daphne noticed at once that she could no longer speak, as seemed to be the case for everyone present except Hanna, who spoke up.

"I've always dreamed of being a princess, and now I can be, so I'll take this theme," said Hanna.

Okay, so the best theme, she'd just given herself. She couldn't even blame her. She would have done the same.

"Then that leaves the themes of 'Submission', 'Maid', '****', 'Cosplay' and 'Free use'. I'll give you the best themes, don't worry," said Hanna.

Daphne couldn't help but have her doubts, and it was clear from the looks on the others' faces that they had their doubts too.

"Blanche, I'm going to give you the 'Maid' theme. A Catgirl Maid is so cute," said Hanna enthusiastically.

Blanche seemed delighted with what she'd got. Probably the rest was worse.

"For Eric ... I can't put much on you. Ah yes, I know. You'll have the 'Cosplay' theme," said Hanna.

It was an apt choice but Daphne found it hard to be happy for him.

"Abigail I doubt you're very interested in '****' or 'Free use' themes so I'll give you the 'Submission' theme" said Hanna.

So that meant...

"Perfect so now that all the themes have been assigned, you can talk." said Nola.

"What do you mean? I didn't get a theme," says Jessica.

"Yes, you did! Since you can't get '****' because he had it, you get 'Free use' and Daphne gets '****'" said Nola.

Indeed, that was her understanding. But how would this translate into transformations? A mystery.

"Now that the themes are settled, you should know that one of you will be eliminated following the first round" said Nola.

"WHAT!!!" said a unanimous chorus of those present.

"Of course for a quality harem you have to skim the weeds. At Harem Hôtel we only make perfect harems" said Nola.

Daphne was flabbergasted. One of them would be eliminated at the end of the first week. It was truly unimaginable.

"Of course, whoever is eliminated will continue to appear in the credits for the rest of the season, even if they're soon forgotten," Nola continued.

Leo then spoke. Daphne couldn't help but think that maybe he could resonate with Nola.

"What if my harem is already perfect? It would be absurd to change it," said Leo.

Daphne didn't like the argument, but if it worked, she wouldn't complain.

"Leo, Leo, my dear Master, can you really tell me that this harem is perfect?" said the Leprechaun.

Daphne lowered her head. She noticed that everyone present had the same attitude. At last, almost Hanna held her head high and spoke up.

"The main problem with this harem is that it's too small - it's absurd to reduce it in size," said Hanna.

This girl had a real problem, yet at the idea of a huge harem Daphne couldn't help but get excited.

"Discussions are underway to see if we enlarge the harem. For the time being, all I can say is that Leo has the possibility of enlarging it if he so wishes," says Nola.

All eyes instantly turned to Leo, who lowered his eyes without answering. When Daphne turned to ask Nola another question, she had disappeared.

"Where the hell is she?" asked Jessica.

"Let's just enjoy the day together," said Hanna.

"You understand that one of us is going to be eliminated at the end of the day, don't you?" asked Jessica.

"All the more reason to create good memories before that happens," replied Hanna.

Okay, that pill fried her brain, mused Daphne.

"What would you like to do?" asked Abigail.

"I'd like to spend some time with each of you," said Leo.

Daphne looked at Leo. The situation really wasn't easy even for him. One of them would be eliminated at the end of the day. She herself could be eliminated at the end of the day.

In a way, this would solve her problem. She wouldn't have to worry about leaving the harem. Her relationship with Leo would be simpler. She could almost hope to be eliminated tonight. Almost.

"How about a board game?" suggested Blanche.

"There are 7 of us, so a certain number of board games are impossible. Plus, we'd have to ask Nola to supply the game," said Eric.

"Knowing her she'd provide us with a sexual version of the game," says Daphne.

"We can just have fun playing games without equipment. We can do an action or truth session. Is that okay with you?" says Abigail.

"Sounds good to me," says Blanche.

"Interesting, I'll join in," says Eric.

"I've got nothing better to do anyway," says Jessica.

"Yes, let's all play together!" said Hanna, raising her fist to the sky.

_"I agree," _says Leo.

_"And so am I." _says Daphne.

"Okay, I'll start. Blanche, truth or dare?" said Hanna.

" Dare." replied Blanche. This was hardly surprising. Blanche was, from what Daphne understood, a woman of action.

"Put yourself in the classic catgirl position and say 'Nya Master!’ trying to look as cute as possible," said Hanna.

Blanche couldn't help blushing.

"Hanna! Blanche, you don't have to do this," said Leo.

"That's okay Leo, I'll do it. I gave my word, and I chose Action. I'll do it." said Blanche.

Blanche plucked up courage and took a deep breath, got into position and spoke.

"Nya Master!"

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Daphne will remember for the rest of her life the look on Leo's face when he saw Blanche. It was unforgettable.

Blanche, red-faced after what she'd just done, spoke again.

"It's done. Now that I can't take Hanna back, Jessica, Truth or Dare?" she asked.

Jessica seemed to hesitate, but finally said " Dare ".

Blanche, surprised by this answer, took a moment before replying.

"Kiss Hanna on the mouth," said Blanche.

So, this was her plan to get back at Hanna, Daphne mused.

"Oh, yes ! Excellent idea. Come and give me a kiss, Jessica," said Hanna.

Clearly, Blanche's plan for **** had failed. Jessica hesitated but stepped forward and kissed Hanna full on the lips, who seemed to respond to the kiss.

+1*2 = 2 VP for kissing another member of the harem (other than the Master) in front of the Master, for Hanna and Jessica

"Disgusting. I'm really not a lesbian," said Jessica, who spat on the floor.

"I liked it, although I must admit I never imagined my first kiss would be with a girl," said Hanna.

"Daphne, truth or dare?" asked Jessica.

"Truth," said Daphne. Clearly, given what had been asked previously for Action, it was much more prudent.

"Tell us about your latest dream," Jessica said.

Daphne's first feeling on hearing the request was relief. Then she started trying to remember the dream she'd had last night. Of course, she'd dreamt about Leo, she'd been dreaming about him since the beginning of this show. Last night had been no different. The dream had started quietly, Leo and her chatting over dinner, then suddenly Leo was taking her to bed and undressing. The problem was, there weren't just 2 of them in bed. There were 4 other naked girls who started taking care of Leo, caressing him, and kissing him all over the place.

No, no, no. There was no way she was going to tell anyone about this, especially not the end of her dream.

"I dreamt about my family and the last meal I had with them," she replied.

"Is that true?" asked Jessica, who seemed to resent her answer.

"Of course, it's true. Now, Eric, Truth or Dare?" asked Daphne hastily, trying to make us forget her lie.

"Truth," replied Eric.

"Have you ever had a girlfriend? If so, tell us about them," she asked, hoping this question would be enough to draw attention to someone else.

"No, I haven't had a girlfriend," replied Eric summarily.

Diversion failed. Repeat, diversion failed.

"Leo, Truth or Dare?" asked Eric.

"Wait a minute, how come you've never had a girlfriend?" said Jessica.

"I have friends, but I haven't had a girlfriend," said Eric.

"He preferred to go to the movies with a girl on each arm," says Leo.

"Oh, I see. He's gay." says Jessica.

"Answer my question, Leo," says Eric.

" Dare," said Leo.

"Grab Daphne's butt," said Eric.

"What?" exclaimed Daphne.

"Daphne I won't do it if you object," said Leo.

What was she supposed to do? If she refused, she'd be out of step with the group. If she refused, the situation would only get worse. She was going to have to accept. At least with a little luck, it would give her VPs.

"It's all right, Leo. It's just a game. It doesn't mean anything," said Daphne.

"Ok then I'll go." said Leo before stepping forward and grabbing Daphne's buttocks firmly. It was the second time a boy had touched her bottom. The first and last time was with her last boyfriend, who had taken the initiative without her consent. This had led to her breaking up with him.

+2*4 = 8 VP for Ass Groping for Daphne

"Sorry," said Leo, who seemed both embarrassed as well as another emotion she couldn't quite decipher.

"It's ok. At least I won VPs. I'm no longer last," said Daphne.

Wait-I'm no longer last in the VP rankings. Could this have been Eric's goal? No, that's absurd, I'm overthinking it. Daphne mused.

"Abigail, Truth or Dare?" asked Leo.

"Truth," said Abigail.

"Do you miss your family?" asked Leo.

The question threw a spanner in the works, and after a minute's silence Abigail replied.

"Yes, I miss my daughters. I have no attachment to my husband. The thought of not seeing my daughters again terrifies me. That's why, if you have the opportunity to add them to the harem, don't hesitate," said Abigail.

Leo seemed to regret his question, but it was too late.

"Enough depression. Abigail asks me the question," said Hanna, who was still smiling.

Abigail smiled and answered.

_"Truth or Dare?" _she asked.

_"Dare!" _replied Hanna.

"Kiss the person you like best here," said Abigail.

Hanna then walked over to Leo and grabbed Leo's head and gave him a French kiss.

Daphne couldn't help looking, despite having put a hand in front of her eyes.

+3*2 = 6 VP for French kiss for Hanna.

Nothing to say this day was intense.