The (un)expected

Chapter 13

...and almost collide with Serena, who has already raised her fist and almost knocks you in the face with it. You both recoil and you stagger a bit into the room while Serena lands in Odele's arms. While you can't get a sound out, Serena whimpers in obvious shock and claws at the other girls crowded in the hallway behind the door.

"Excuse me!" she exclaims, startled, as you use your kinetic energy to salvage what little authority the six girls have left you and flee to the large table in the center of the room. Wait a minute... excuse me? Astonished, you turn to the door, your eyes almost falling out of your head. The girls don't dare enter the room, and all you see is a wall of worried faces, downcast eyes, tense jaws, and bodies all huddled behind their leader, who herself seems most eager to flee from you. The corners of your mouth twitch upwards briefly as you realize that it took some time for your power to take effect. Now it does. And how it does.

"Never mind," you say too kindly and have to remind yourself that these people were not really nice to you and their fellow women. "Come on in" you say more confident after clearing your throat. You grab the last apple from the fruit bowl, not really hungry, but a villain always eats an apple in the important scene when showing the world he is superior. But the vitamin C bomb almost sticks in your throat when you see what your words have done,

There are six strangers who come shuffling into the room. Only their fantastic looks remind you of the six self-confident, bossy and mean girls you met not long ago. But now they are no longer the same people who come hurriedly stumbling into the room, looking around anxiously. Where the first time the group had left no doubt as to who owned the room they were in, now the six of them huddle together, holding each other tight. They stare at you and your apple out of big wet eyes, looking more like a group of young deer being circled by a wolf than the lionesses you had come to know them as.

"Please, sit down." Your superiority is gone again as you see how quickly the girls respond to your request and drop into their chairs, not at all graceful but happy to obey you. It is almost heartwarming to see how they quickly move a little closer together in their chairs, under the protection of the group, while you take your seat alone and overpowering at the other end of the table. Nervous glances meet you, hair is played with and hardly a glance dares to be directed at you. Luckily, because otherwise the girls around Serena would see the triumph seeping into your smile and the thought of power settling right next to your responsibility. It's good to see the control you have over people. It's good to see the six beautiful girls squirming under your gaze, afraid to say anything. But you also know that you must not fall into the same hatred of people that Jackson and those girls fell into. You can't think you're better than them just because you got lucky once in your life.

"So," you begin, "why are you back..."

You don't get any further than it bursts out of Serena. First, she's startled herself by her outburst, then she realizes, eyes wide with shock, that she's interrupted you. Her apology lasts for several minutes, during which she tells you in a brittle, rolling voice how sorry she is for everything she said to you. Odele and Miko also burst into her apology with even more apologies, while Angela and Nora can't look you in the eye and Paula curls up in her chair and wraps her arms around her knees.

It turns out that your words did more than you thought. The girls didn't understand what was happening to them when your powers began to work. But Serena tells you in a low voice that one by one they realized what you were trying to tell them. Each girl wondered if it was true and they all came to the same conclusion. Serena tells you about the fears she has secretly, she has to be the best, the most beautiful so that she doesn't get the idea that she is actually alone. The other girls feel the same way, even if none of them dares to open their mouths. You see it in their eyes, the shame, the fear and the anger at themselves. Shame because they know you are right, because they know they did everything wrong. Fear because none of the girls knows what will happen now, because they have realized that their only way is loneliness. And anger at themselves because each model realized that it was they themselves who didn't realize what was happening to them.

Serena tells you all this and never have you seen anyone suffer as sincerely as she does. She tells you with wet eyes what she and her group did to the other girls of the agency - including Helena - to stay on top. And that again only to not have to realize that the top means the end. The fact that you told them you would do them a favor seems to work, because when one of the girls cuts your gaze for half a second, some smile, others look aside in embarrassment. Only Serena continues ironically, cutting deep into her sore soul for you and reporting the group's sincere interest in doing better now. You are deeply amazed at your abilities and also worried because you have a really powerful weapon in your hands. With just a few words, you have torn down the world of these strong, confident girls and turned them into trembling puppies who now look up to you with wide eyes. Actually, you only wanted six girls for your plan and now you have them, but your conquest has a bitter aftertaste. So you have to ask yourself if you can justify leaving the girls in this helpless status or if you will do something about it.

While these thoughts are going around in your head, Serena is still talking about her misdeeds and that they want to mend their ways thanks to your words. But then she comes to the point that makes her stop and awakens you from your rigidity. She looks at you and speaks the words you were afraid would come. The girls do not know how to mend their ways. How could they? Their previous life is over, thanks to you, and - also thanks to you - a new one begins for which they have not been prepared in any way. A life in which you don't have to fight everyone you see, a life in which you stick together. A normal life. And this normal life scares the girls. You see it in Serena's eyes, but also in the eyes of the others. A lonely tear rolls down Nora's cheek and Paula has her face folded behind her arms as she slouches in her chair. Miko and Angela can't look you in the eye and Serena hangs her head weakly while Odele sniffles softly and looks at you seeking help.

"What are we going to do?" she asks you desperately. "We want it so much...really...but we don't know...what do we do now?" It doesn't feel good at all to see the girls like this and their beauty fades into the background for a moment. Yes you have the power to tear down six lives. Can you also rebuild them? The great men and women of history have also distinguished themselves by not only destroying but also rebuilding in their own sense. You could just leave the girls to their fate, use them only for your plan, and then dispose of them. That's what they would do to you. That is, that is how they would have done it. The six girls before you are no longer like that, thanks to you, and that makes you responsible.

"It was me who showed you the world so hard" you sigh, shrugging your shoulders. Now all the girls are looking at you for help. "So it's only fair that I help you to..." Again you are interrupted as Paula screeches and scrambles across the table and falls into your arms. She curls up on the tabletop and squeezes tightly against you.

"Thank you, thank you, thank you," she shrieks in your ear and you can't help but pat her on the back encouragingly. Odele also rises, walks around the table and presses herself against your back.

"Thank you. After all we've done... thank you..." Her cheek presses against yours and Paula does the same on the other side. Looking over the shoulder of the young girl in front of you, you look to the other four girls. Angela nudges Serena in the side.

"We know we owe you one," says the leader of the group, her face beaming. "And we'll do whatever you tell us to do to prove ourselves worthy of your help." You stick your thumb up and grin sheepishly. The beautiful girl has reacted exactly as you wished and you can't help thinking that people will react to you like this more often now. You just have to make sure you don't go crazy with power. When Paula gives you a kiss on the cheek, you find it quite difficult and quickly save yourself for official business with the girls.

"What's this all about?" Lena comes storming through her office as you enter the large room with your six new arrivals. "Who's that?" You have to stifle a grin as you introduce the girls to your nemesis. One by one, Lena shakes their hands and then takes another step behind you. Only Paula doesn't, because she has made herself comfortable on your back and holds on to you and your muscular body like a baby monkey. You still have to get used to this, but you have the feeling that you could carry Paula on your back all day. "What are they all doing here?" Lena, on the other hand, is not at all happy with the situation, which you can somehow understand. You, on the other hand, look at the models without worrying, giving them a good feeling. An hour ago, they would have torn you apart, but now they smile dutifully while you speak for them.

"I made it clear to the girls that some things were going wrong in their lives and they confided in me to fix it," you say, not without feeling proud.

"Entrusted you?" Lena can't believe it. "Why?"

"Because Finn understands us and can help us become better people," says Nora, sounding defiant.

"But he's not in control of his own life," your enemy counters. Then she remembers that she actually had a plan of her own and shakes her head. But you are faster.

"When you spend time with me, you quickly realize that I'm a nice guy," you say truthfully, but Lena still resists. Finally she just shrugs and nods.

"I get it," she says and smiles friendly. Then she waves you into her office. Smiling, you follow her, but have to assure the girls that you'll be right back. Crowded together, they stand in the middle of the office, drawing stares and holding hands.

"What else is there?" you ask innocently, looking over your shoulder through a glass wall at your girls. "I have to get back to them in a minute." Then you turn around, "Or do you want to know which one is for me?"

"What, not all of them?" Lena grins dirtily. "Someone like you has to get... a reaction at a sight like that, right?" She has a point.

"I meant what I said, Lena. I'm a nice guy."

"Okay, so not all of them." Lena laughs kindly but you don't believe her. "So which one do you want me to get you?" So far, you've held back from influencing Lena in a big way. You want Cassie to see on her own what a lousy friend she is, and the boss of Femware is playing into your hands even without your powers. However, you are also itching to play with your gift. Now you know how to do it.

"You're right about me," you say instead of answering Lena's question.

"I know I'm right," comes the answer, but you realize that she doesn't know exactly what she's right about. You lean across the table a little closer to her.

"I don't want any of those girls out there." You pause. "Okay, I want all of them. I mean, just look at them. But my heart belongs to Cassie." At first Lena looks shocked, then a triumphant grin twitch across her face. Time to pull that tooth out of her. "I love Cassie with all my heart. All my life." You lean back. Lena should realize you're up to something, but she's too busy winning. "And that's why she has nothing to fear from me."

"You want to destroy her life, and I won't let you," Cassie's friend counters, but you shake your head vigorously.

"I love her. That means I am taking a step back for their happiness. You all haven't understood that. You, Jackson and Maya never understood. You are the ones ruining Cassie's life with your conviction to decide everything for her, to guide her and to know what is good for her. I believe in Cassie and if she chooses me I respect that just as much as if she doesn't choose me." Lena is seething but you're not done yet. "I'm going to give you one chance right now. Leave Cassie alone. Find other friends. Or change. But don't ever try to talk Cassie into something you think would be good for her. Let her go her own way or I'll ruin your life." Seeing what's going on in Lena's face is priceless.

"I will make you bleed for this," she says icily and stands up. Without looking at you again she leaves her office.

"Good luck" you just say and grin. You don't know what Lena is up to now, but you're sure you can weather it. Cassie really likes you and you know she won't drop you just because one of her friends gave her an ultimatum. And even if Lena is a first class opponent other things are much more important now. It looks like the love of your life has seen the bunch of girls crowded in the middle of the office, eagerly awaiting your return.

"Finn!" Paula exclaims, clinging to you again before you're even halfway across the room. The other girls rush to you as well, leaving Cassie giggling. Serena tries to be strong and holds back while Angela can't decide between you and her and stands uncomfortably in the space between you. Meanwhile, Odele clings to one of your arms, Miko to the other, and Nora stands in front of you while trying not to get in your way. It's a cute sight and Cassie seems more surprised at the display of affection for you than shocked. Anyway, no one in the room really takes notice of you, a few curious glances but nothing that would indicate that anyone notices what madness is going on here.

You haven't said anything to the people, but it seems that they accept your behavior, which indicates that you have been here long enough to influence the people. At first you thought your words would influence those around you, but perhaps your power is even more subtle. You look at Cassie through the wall of bodies around you and decide it's worth a try. Nothing too obvious but maybe something that helps Cassie and the models. Everyone here realizes that the six girls only trust you and want to stay close to you, and you were actually going to tell them that they can trust Cassie. Now you try to express your feelings for the girl in front of you without using words. It's not hard to focus on the positive feelings you have for your roommate and Cassie immediately notices the look you always give her.

"Six pretty girls and my roommate only has eyes for the one girl in a relationship" she quips, moving closer to you. The first thing you notice is Paula slowly sliding off your back and squeezing herself between you and Odele. "I'm Cassie." She extends her hand to the models, all friendly neighborhood girl. Serena steps forward and returns the gesture, already not so reserved.

"Hello," the leader says meekly but even smiles a little.

"What did you do to them?" wants to know Cassie, grimacing in played shock.

"Finn helped us" Nora babbles on, turning to you with a proud smile. "He helped."

"We were lost without him," says Miko with genuine admiration in her voice. Finally, Angela takes pity on you and explains to Cassie that you've washed all their heads, they are now in your debt, and they respect you very much.

"I can understand that," says Cassie.

"Really?" Of all the girls, her? Then again, it's Cassie.

"Well, sure. You've always had a penchant for surrounding yourself with ungrateful people. No offense" she says to the models but they eagerly nod their heads. You wonder if Cassie attacked the other girls. Or... no, that can't be.

"He should take care of you, too" Paula exclaims excitedly, jumping up and down but Cassie waves it off.

"I already have a boyfriend. And besides, it's better he takes care of you." Your eyebrows pull up as your models hug you and press against you. But you only look at Cassie.

On the ride to Femware, the cab driver's eyes wide, you explained your plan to the girls. Never before have you broken a girl's heart and today you saw it happen to six girls at once. The moment they realized you loved Cassie shook their newly rebuilt world and you're no longer sure you're the real hero in your story. Angela, Paula and Miko had been in tears and Nora had clung to Serena while Odele had nodded in understanding. It had been hell and you had almost given the girls other lives, far from you, happy with the world. Then Serena had said what they were all thinking. You still doubt it sometimes but they all agreed that Cassie was lucky to have you as a friend and Odele and Miko had squeezed the air out of your lungs while wishing you luck.

Of course, you were the weakest of them all and listened to Paula's plea not to send her away from you now that the girls had finally found a way through life. It was completely selfless of you, they all told you. And even when Serena had silenced the cab driver with two hundred dollars while Angela had pulled your fly open with her teeth, the six models were still in agreement. And after their eyes had reverently turned to your hard-on and followed it upwards like the most beautiful sunrise, you had to realize it too. The sex with Jessica was rough and wild but nothing could prepare you for the all-consuming tidal wave of mouths, lips and hands that had flooded you as you saved the girls their world just by keeping them under your wings. The cab driver had been watching you, that was for sure the way the car had swayed but you didn't care.

Of all of you, you were perhaps the most surprised to see that not only sweet little Paula, but also Angela and Nora could ride themselfes to a huge orgasm on your tool as if it was the most normal thing in the world. Your stamina was so big. And you would have continued to fall over each other in the steaming interior of the car had you not arrived at your destination. Another fifty from Nora had appeased the cab driver but your aura had already been enough and the man had disappeared into the city with a few nice memories and the promise not to say anything.

In front of the building that houses Femware you had quickly explained to the girls what you were up to and they all committed to your cause. There was trouble when you tried to come up with a new plan. After all, you like the six girls and the idea of unleashing them on your enemy's office to undermine her influence seemed easier after your unpleasant experience with the six harpies than with the six nice, innocent girls who want to spoil you with such devotion. Serena and Angela were the ones who buried the idea that you were the hero with the plan, but saved your actual choices. After all, the six of them were models and had to be able to act. The shame in their eyes was real when they told you about their ability to manipulate men and women with their charms and even you were hurt to see how much the girls were now suffering from their behavior. With a trembling lower lip, Paula had asked you to let them play their roles to show you that they were serious, that they had really improved. You could only stammer and agree, unable to believe how lucky you were.

Together with the six sheep in wolf's clothing, nice girls in whore costumes, you went upstairs, stunned and most nervous of all about what the day would bring. But then everything went according to plan and when the door closed behind Lena you could only shake your head and go outside. Now you're standing around Cassie, your goal, with your six stunning tools, cringing at how well the models are getting back into their alternate roles while none of them are sending a dirty look to the love of your life. Of course, all eyes are on you, and to your satisfaction, you notice that all the guys in the office can barely concentrate on their work. While you enjoy your first victory against Lena, you also suffer your first defeat when Cassie says goodbye to you with kind but clear words.

"Lena has given me quite a bit of work to do and I want it done by tonight," she says in response to your questioning looks. Of course, Lena tried to get Cassie away from you, that doesn't shock you. What shocks you is the cold shoulder with which Cassie answers your question that you wanted to eat something after all. "You've been gone too long. The break is already over. And besides, you do have company now." She pats you on the shoulder and smiles genuinely. "It's nice to see you socializing for a change Finn. I'm happy for you." Then she turns and leaves you standing in the bubble of girls snuggling up to you again.

"Is that a good sign?" asks Paula, clinging to your arm while you all admire Cassie's back as she makes her way back to her seat.

"I don't know," you mutter, pondering your roommate's behavior.

"You can tell you belong to each other" Miko says with conviction but you just grumble. Then you are distracted by a boy with thick horn-rimmed glasses standing in front of you with a bright red head.

"Sorry" he mumbles and looks at you. "I have to go..." He points behind you and you realize you're blocking his way. You clear the way for the clerk and Angela compliments him on his shirt which almost makes him die. The girls, on the other hand, giggle.

"Finn." Of course, Lena doesn't take long to respond. She seems to have recovered her manners, which suggests that your fight will continue. "I don't think you're much of use to Cassie here anymore, so I called Jackson to cheer her up."

"Cheer her up?" you ask, getting angry, but suppressing your feelings just yet. Maybe Lena is right. Cassie's behavior is new to you.

"You don't seem to know her as well as you think," your enemy grins nastily at you. "You and your new minions should leave now." Lena says other things but you don't listen. You look at Cassie who is sitting in front of her monitor with a petrified expression. Something is not right. "Are you even listening to me" Lena comes at you angrily while the models look at you worriedly. "That's it. Get out or I'll..." You energetically raise your hand without looking at Lena. Then you just start moving and whether it's because of your powers or the audacity of your behavior, Lena just looks after you stunned.

"Finn, what's wrong?" Paula wants to know, hurrying to your side.

"Get in there," you say without paying attention to the girl and point to a conference room on the other side of the office. The girls obey immediately and eagerly push through the door while you're rushing to Cassie's side.