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@maxs-secret-blog
Figured I'd start a blog, share my thoughts wuth everyone. Not that anyone is interested I'm sure, but whatevs.
Connected to @big-bad-price @alwaysonlyvictorious @thedevil-in-the-details
#snapshot for solo posts
#double_exposure for reblogs
#shutter_click for blog chain endings
#//ooc for out-of-character stuff
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Chloe thought the same. But I was so stuck in my head I couldn't see things any other way. But I had her there to take care of me when I let her, even though looking back she was being a massive hypocrite about making sure I was eating right while neglecting herself.
The werewolf smiles sheepishly
What're you trying to say here?
I'm getting there! My point is, sometimes you're wrong about stuff, even if your brain insists otherwise. You just need to trust our judgement.
It's... Hard not to listen to it when it's already in my own head.
I know. We all do. You can talk to us always, okay? If you're ever feeling weird about yourself, just ask. There are no stupid questions with this stuff, whether you need reassurance, a hug, or for someone to sit you down and list every single thing they love about you, we'll do it
Okay. But... If I did change myself... Like, maybe not this again since... You girls don't seem to like it that much, but... Skmething different, to try it. Maybe... You know, not... Human?
As long as it's a change for you, not because you think we'd like it. I don't care what you look like, I'll find the beauty in anything. I care that you're happy.
Max softly nods.
Is... Is it okay if... Can I stay like this for a bit? See if... If I like it? I-I'll go back evtually if that's what you want...
Max, it could not matter less what we want, at the end of the day it's your body for you to decide what to do with. Do whatever you want, it's absolutely okay
I-I... Yeah. Okay...
Victoria softly frowns.
Max... When was the last time you did something just for you? Just because you wanted to?
I... Can't... Really remember.
Kate frowns, and gently takes one of Max's hands.
We'll work on that, then. I know how you feel, but it's not healthy.
I... Y-Yeah...
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Chloe thought the same. But I was so stuck in my head I couldn't see things any other way. But I had her there to take care of me when I let her, even though looking back she was being a massive hypocrite about making sure I was eating right while neglecting herself.
The werewolf smiles sheepishly
What're you trying to say here?
I'm getting there! My point is, sometimes you're wrong about stuff, even if your brain insists otherwise. You just need to trust our judgement.
It's... Hard not to listen to it when it's already in my own head.
I know. We all do. You can talk to us always, okay? If you're ever feeling weird about yourself, just ask. There are no stupid questions with this stuff, whether you need reassurance, a hug, or for someone to sit you down and list every single thing they love about you, we'll do it
Okay. But... If I did change myself... Like, maybe not this again since... You girls don't seem to like it that much, but... Skmething different, to try it. Maybe... You know, not... Human?
As long as it's a change for you, not because you think we'd like it. I don't care what you look like, I'll find the beauty in anything. I care that you're happy.
Max softly nods.
Is... Is it okay if... Can I stay like this for a bit? See if... If I like it? I-I'll go back evtually if that's what you want...
Max, it could not matter less what we want, at the end of the day it's your body for you to decide what to do with. Do whatever you want, it's absolutely okay
I-I... Yeah. Okay...
Victoria softly frowns.
Max... When was the last time you did something just for you? Just because you wanted to?
I... Can't... Really remember.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Chloe thought the same. But I was so stuck in my head I couldn't see things any other way. But I had her there to take care of me when I let her, even though looking back she was being a massive hypocrite about making sure I was eating right while neglecting herself.
The werewolf smiles sheepishly
What're you trying to say here?
I'm getting there! My point is, sometimes you're wrong about stuff, even if your brain insists otherwise. You just need to trust our judgement.
It's... Hard not to listen to it when it's already in my own head.
I know. We all do. You can talk to us always, okay? If you're ever feeling weird about yourself, just ask. There are no stupid questions with this stuff, whether you need reassurance, a hug, or for someone to sit you down and list every single thing they love about you, we'll do it
Okay. But... If I did change myself... Like, maybe not this again since... You girls don't seem to like it that much, but... Skmething different, to try it. Maybe... You know, not... Human?
As long as it's a change for you, not because you think we'd like it. I don't care what you look like, I'll find the beauty in anything. I care that you're happy.
Max softly nods.
Is... Is it okay if... Can I stay like this for a bit? See if... If I like it? I-I'll go back evtually if that's what you want...
Max, it could not matter less what we want, at the end of the day it's your body for you to decide what to do with. Do whatever you want, it's absolutely okay
I-I... Yeah. Okay...
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Chloe thought the same. But I was so stuck in my head I couldn't see things any other way. But I had her there to take care of me when I let her, even though looking back she was being a massive hypocrite about making sure I was eating right while neglecting herself.
The werewolf smiles sheepishly
What're you trying to say here?
I'm getting there! My point is, sometimes you're wrong about stuff, even if your brain insists otherwise. You just need to trust our judgement.
It's... Hard not to listen to it when it's already in my own head.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Chloe thought the same. But I was so stuck in my head I couldn't see things any other way. But I had her there to take care of me when I let her, even though looking back she was being a massive hypocrite about making sure I was eating right while neglecting herself.
The werewolf smiles sheepishly
What're you trying to say here?
I'm getting there! My point is, sometimes you're wrong about stuff, even if your brain insists otherwise. You just need to trust our judgement.
It's... Hard not to listen to it when it's already in my own head.
I know. We all do. You can talk to us always, okay? If you're ever feeling weird about yourself, just ask. There are no stupid questions with this stuff, whether you need reassurance, a hug, or for someone to sit you down and list every single thing they love about you, we'll do it
Okay. But... If I did change myself... Like, maybe not this again since... You girls don't seem to like it that much, but... Skmething different, to try it. Maybe... You know, not... Human?
As long as it's a change for you, not because you think we'd like it. I don't care what you look like, I'll find the beauty in anything. I care that you're happy.
Max softly nods.
Is... Is it okay if... Can I stay like this for a bit? See if... If I like it? I-I'll go back evtually if that's what you want...
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Chloe thought the same. But I was so stuck in my head I couldn't see things any other way. But I had her there to take care of me when I let her, even though looking back she was being a massive hypocrite about making sure I was eating right while neglecting herself.
The werewolf smiles sheepishly
What're you trying to say here?
I'm getting there! My point is, sometimes you're wrong about stuff, even if your brain insists otherwise. You just need to trust our judgement.
It's... Hard not to listen to it when it's already in my own head.
I know. We all do. You can talk to us always, okay? If you're ever feeling weird about yourself, just ask. There are no stupid questions with this stuff, whether you need reassurance, a hug, or for someone to sit you down and list every single thing they love about you, we'll do it
Okay. But... If I did change myself... Like, maybe not this again since... You girls don't seem to like it that much, but... Skmething different, to try it. Maybe... You know, not... Human?
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Chloe thought the same. But I was so stuck in my head I couldn't see things any other way. But I had her there to take care of me when I let her, even though looking back she was being a massive hypocrite about making sure I was eating right while neglecting herself.
The werewolf smiles sheepishly
What're you trying to say here?
I'm getting there! My point is, sometimes you're wrong about stuff, even if your brain insists otherwise. You just need to trust our judgement.
It's... Hard not to listen to it when it's already in my own head.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Caulfield, so help me god, i will pin you down and start listing off every single quality I find attractive about you if that's what it takes for you to feel comfortable in your own skin. Self loathings a bitch, I know that as much as anyone here. I used to be insecure about my weight, did you know that? There was a point in time where I starved myself, because part of me thought I'd never be good enough to model otherwise, and the other part of me thought I deserved to suffer. Would you look at me now and say I need to shave off a few pounds?
Max frowns.
Of course not.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Chloe shrugs.
You're separate enough that it considered you your own creature when I talked with it. And I mean, you've lived eighteen years in the same body, right? You've got Max thoughts in that big brain, you're not just some mindless clone. You've got your own identity, aren't you at least a little attached to it? And we keep telling you, you are attractive.
I don't... Feel attractive as normal though...
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Rachel smiles softly.
There. Now, get her Kate.
The succubus giggles as Rachel pushes her forward, and settles in the couch between Max and Victoria.
It's true, Max, we really love you exactly as you were. You don't need to do this for us, and frankly, I don't want you to. It's not you.
I don't know. I mean is there... Even really a me? I'm some sliver of some massive cosmic entity. What I look like seems... Arbitrary. So why not... Actually look attractive?
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Beauty is subjective, Max. No two people see the world the same way, different people find different things. You find it behind the lens of a camera. I see it up on a stage. We tell you you're beautiful, because you are, to us, not because we think you could be more if you pushed yourself. And we're gonna keep telling you that until you believe it. I'm no stranger to self image issues, I mean come on, I'm pretty sure everyone here has struggled at one point or another. Chloe and Kate with their true nature, Victoria and I with popularity and the highschool hierarchy bullshit. We're all here to help, yeah?
Max looks down and softly nods.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Rachel frowns
Okay, but you're not. Why does it matter what they think? They're not gonna, i don't know, talk us out of loving you because they think you're less beautiful than us. All the flirting I get is unwanted, anyways, you guys know you're the only people I want. And Max, you were beautiful just as you were. You could ask any of us, and we'd say the same thing.
It's not like I want to be harassed or anything, I just... I don't... See what you all see. I look in the mirror and... And I just can't see myself in the same way you all do. So I... I wanted to see if... If I could make myself as beautiful as you say I am. I didn't think you'd... I don't know, freak out like this?
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Rachel nods.
I thought so. You wanna talk? Real talk, not just what you think I wanna hear.
... All of you get flirted with, but they all either ignore me, or they push me aside to get to you. Probably think I'm just that... Frumpy friend used to get in the way or something.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Max, we're worried about you, that's why. You've had conversations about things like this before, we just want to make sure that you're doing okay. If it really is just an identity thing, tell us. Look me in the eyes and say it's a change purely for your own well being.
Max can't bring herself to raise her eyes to Rachel's.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
I mean, I can't think of a single change you could make that would make me love you more, and I'm pretty sure every single person you're dating would say the same. So yeah, it's not really possible to change for us if we don't want you to change in the first place. But if this is really, seriously how you feel you should look then I don't have an issue.
It's just a little change, I don't know why everybody is freaking out about this.
Victoria relaxes on the couch, glancing at Max as she heads into the bathroom.
You keep that door open, Max. I don't care what you're doing in there.
I... That's fair. Can I at least not have it swung wide open?
I'll allow it, but we should be able to quickly get in.
Chloe nods, flopping down on the couch next to Victoria.
Not trying to take your privacy, just making sure you don't, y'know, do that again.
I get it. But I promise, I won't.
Max gives them a soft smile and slips into the bathroom, closing the door just a bit, but true to her word, she keeps it ajar a bit.
Chloe smiles back, kicking her feet up on the couch just to see Victoria's nose wrinkle. She genuinely cares for the other girl, but at the same time it's fun to push her buttons
Do you have no shame, Price?
Victoria wrinkles her nose, though her tone is playful.
Mm, nope I don't think so.
She slouches further, smirking
Victoria rolls her eyes, but does a double take as Max walks out of the bathroom.
... Max? You... Doing okay?
I'm doing fine, yeah. Why?
Max tilts her head, obviously pretending like she hasn't altered her body. She's taller now, easily the second tallest, though Chloe still beats her. But the biggest changes are to her physique. Her breasts and butt are bigger - not to a ridiculous degree, but she's definitely the curviest out of the five now. In fact, her hips have widened as well, giving her a more hourglass shaped silhouette. Even her face has some minor changes. Her nose is just slightly different, as is her jaw. Most notably is that her freckles are more faded, though not gone entirely.
Chloe frowns. It's giving her uncanny valley, she's practically memorized every inch of Max by now, and this new look is so clearly not her.
Why're you messing with your looks?
She never claimed to be a subtle woman.
Well I... I've never really tried to before, despite having the ability to do so, so...
Max awkwardly brushes a strand of hair behind her head.
Does... Does it look bad?
I mean... Objectively, no. It looks kinda hot actually. But... You okay?
Chloe nods
It's a little weird for you. Objectively you look great, but you know that's never mattered to me
I just... Felt like looking hot for a change, that's all. I thought you guys would like it.
You always look hot, Max, it really doesn't make a difference to me. As long as you're doing it for you, I guess?
Of course I am.
Max's answer is quicker than she meant if to be.
Chloe furrows her brow, looking at Max skeptically.
Max.
I mean... It's at least partially for me. I-It... I-It's for you too!
Victoria gives Max a very disbelieving look.
Really? For us? When we said we like you as is when you brought this up before?
Come on, Maximus. Nothing about this is gonna make any difference to me. Hell, you know I love your freckles, you don't have to change for us.
Max rubs her arm.
I just... Wanted a change, okay? And you're making me feel really self conscious about it now.
Chloe frowns, unsure how to articulate what she wants to say.
We'll support you either way, Max. We're just worried, we've been over this before and I thought we were okay where we were
If you feel like you need a change, that's fine, but you can always talk to us if you're having body image issues. After everything, we'd never judge you for that.
chloe nods
Right. No more hiding stuff, yeah?
I'm fine. I swear.
Okay. You want in on cuddles?
Max sits on Chloe's lap and cuddles in, which emphasizes her new height comoared to Chloe. Chloe it still taller, but not by much.
Chloe frowns. She doesn't fit right in like she used to, and she definitely feels different. She actually has to squirm a little to get comfortable. She can feel how weirded out Princess is by this, and to be fair, she's a little freaked too. Max never cared about this stuff before, her wardrobe alone was evidence of that. She sighs, and glances over at Victoria.
Victoria softly shrugs. She's not exactly one to talk about positive body image stuff. Not like she didn't plan on getting work done at a couple points. Rachel, ironically, seemed best at reaching Max during low points. Kate probably could too, honestly. Chloe was just a bit too blunt, and Victoria was... Not great at this.
She settles in, resigned. She's smart enough to at least know when she'd hurt more than help if she talked. Max is still Max, maybe this is genuinely what she wants. Is it selfish that she doesn't want her to change like this? She was perfect just as she was, altering your body for looks and romantic appeal alone has always felt shallow. She scents Max at Princesses insistence, nuzzling against her neck what she hopes is a normal amount for her. The wolf has been louder since the last full moon, but she finds herself not opposed to half the impulses. She's allowed to act like a werewolf.
Max curls into Chloe as much as she can. She doesn't get it. She thought looking sexier would make Victoria and Chloe happy. Sure, they said she didn't need to change, but that didn't mean they wouldn't like it if she did.
Rachel and Kate leave the bedroom, the latter is happily leaning into Rachel as they walk. Rachel herself has to do a double take at the girl in Chloe's lap.
Max? What's going on?
Max frowns. Even Rachel?
I just wanted to try a different look is all. Nothing drastic.
Rachel frowns, glancing at Chloe, who shrugs helplessly.
You feeling okay? It's not a bad change, just unexpected.
I just wanted to try something different. I mean, I can literally change my body as easily as any of you change clothes, so why not try a new "style" every once in a while?
Okay, I get that. And you're doing this for you? Not just because you think we'll like it?
Max frowns.
You're saying it like I can't do both.
