Oh, gosh, I'm so excited! My first time out in public! Human public! I can just.
.. I just cannot decide what dress to wear. Oh, I know! How about this sexy black dress? Mmm.
.. No, probably shouldn't. It would draw way too much attention to myself and until I'm more skilled at blending in with human society, I wouldn't really want that.
Maybe the red one? No. It would probably do the same as the black dress.
Oh, the teal dress shouldn't draw too much attention. Perfect. Now for me to slip it on.
Okay, now, just some makeup to hide some of my scales and. .. Oh, sweetie, I didn't notice you there.
How long have you been standing there? So you were watching me dress, hmm? I'm flattered as always, sweetie.
I'm so sorry, but I'm taking so long, though. I normally don't wear dresses like this. I'm almost ready, I promise.
Okay, I finally managed to get it on me. Welp, what do you think? Really? You seriously do like how the dress looks on me? You're not just saying that so you don't hurt my feelings, are you? I want you to be honest with me.
Just not brutally honest. Oh, you think I look gorgeous in this dress? Oh, you're the sweetest thing.
Come here, sweetie pie. So, do you think that it hides my lower half well enough that no one should spot my tail? Oh, good.
That is quite a relief to hear. I was worried that it might not be long enough to wear out. Too bad you're fully dressed.
I would have loved the show. But alas, I missed out. I guess you'll have to make it up to me by stripping for me later.
But anyway, I shouldn't be much longer. I'm just using some of this foundation you gave me to cover up some of my scales. Okay, my scales are hidden.
Everything else should be covered up by this beautiful dress that you also got for me. Oops, would you look at that? I haven't zipped the back of my dress yet.
If only there was someone who could help me with this predicament. Perhaps a dashingly handsome man nearby. Oh, well, wouldn't you know it? I happen to know a very handsome man that could help.
Now, who said it was you that I was talking about? Mm-hmm. Just teasing you, sweetheart.
But seriously, would you be a dear and come zip me? I mean, I know that you would rather be unzipping the dress. But don't worry, you can do that later.
Oh, thank you, sweetie. Now I'm all set. Yay, now let's get going already.
Oh wow, so this is what a human civilization looks like. Oh my gosh, look at- Look at how many of those things you ride and cars. Yes, there are so many of them, but they can't even move.
Look at how tall your trees are. And they seem to be made of metal. Skyscrapers? Very appropriately named, I'd say.
Some are reaching far above the clouds. There are actually humans coming in and out of them in large numbers. That is so amazing.
Hey, what is that girl handing out to those people over there? Ice cream? What is ice cream? Hm, you'll show me? Okay, sweetie, leave away.
Oh, um, I don't know. Do you have anything chicken flavored? Oh, okay, hmm.
Oh, does that say tiger's blood? Oh, well, I've never tried anything tiger before. Um, two scoops in that thing like he's holding, please.
Hmm, why, thank you. Well, this looks interesting, darling. It has this really red color to it.
It's almost like blood. Okay, now to try my frozen tiger blood. Hmm, oh my gosh, tiger's blood is delicious.
Tastes so much better than the blood that is in my prey. Usually it tastes so bitter, but this is so sweet. Mm, mm, mm, mm, mm.
Hmm, I wasn't supposed to swallow the whole ice cream and cone. Oh, I'm sorry, sweetie. I didn't know that I was only supposed to lick it.
But I can make it up to you by licking something else later tonight. Oh, you're so cute when you blush. Wait a second.
Is that a dress that I see in that, what was it called again? Oh, yes, the window. A clothing store.
Oh, can we go in there? Please, please. Yay, come on, come on.
Let's get inside. Okay. Oh my, just look at all these dresses.
I want to look at them all. Oh, look at this purple one. Oh, and this blue one.
Oh my gosh, this one is so cute. But how will I know if it fits me? I need to try it on here in the store.
Um, well, okay. Hey, what's the deal? Didn't you say that I would need to try it on? How can I do that without changing? They have changing rooms.
Oh, okay, that makes sense. Wouldn't want them to see my tail. Okay, sweetie, show me where these changing rooms are located, please.
All right, now for me to try on the purple dress. Hmm, well, this dress is definitely long enough. But it doesn't cover my boobs very well.
I mean, look, we're practically popping out of this dress. Hey, are you okay? You look like something is bothering you.
Oh, so you like the dress then? You like the way my boobs are nearly falling out of it? Then I will definitely get this one.
Now to try this blue one. Unfortunately, this isn't long enough, and look at how tight this is on me. It looks like it was painted on my body.
You can clearly see all my curves in. Um, hmm, I can see you're enjoying this dress as well, but I can't wear this one out because of how short it is. Maybe I can save it for a special occasion with just the two of us.
Now for me to try on the last dress. Hmm, I don't know, what do you think about this one? Aww, well, telling me that I look good and everything is sweet, but it doesn't really help me decide on whether or not to get it.
Just get it anyway. Oh, thank you, sweetie. Well, that's all of the dresses.
I'm ready to pay for them. Sounds good to me. Oh, hello, did you find everything to your liking? Yes, ma'am, here's everything.
Oh, and you know, your voice sounds very familiar. Oh, really? Well, maybe we've met before somewhere.
Anyway, the total is $69.86. Thank you, sir. And here's your new dress, ma'am.
Please come back and see us. That lady was very nice, and she has the prettiest voice. I'm a little hungry.
Maybe we can go eat dinner somewhere? You know a nice restaurant? Oh, please, let's hurry.
Oh, the glass hanging from the ceiling is so pretty. A chandelier? Well, it looks very lovely.
Hello, my name is Tiffany, and I will be your host and waitress this evening. We are kind of short-stepped, but anyway, how many are we sitting? Mm-hmm, table for two.
Mm-hmm, mm-hmm, we have one already available right this way. And here we are. And here are your menus and complimentary waters.
Would either of you be interested in our wine this evening? Ironically called evening wine. Mm-hmm, mm-hmm, excellent.
I will be back in a few minutes to check on you two and bring your drinks. Oh, she was very sweet, too. Strange, but she kind of reminds me of the cashier that checked us out earlier.
Anyway, do you know what you're getting? That sounds good. I think I'll have a roasted chicken.
And don't worry, I won't swallow it all in one bite. By the way, thank you for all that you've done for me. For dresses, for food, and just taking me out today in general.
This has been one of the best evenings ever, and it's because I spent it with you. Oh, you really are a sweetie. Oh, look, here comes our waitress.
And here are your drinks. Do you know your orders, or do you need more time? Okay, and for you, ma'am? The roasted chicken dinner, please.
Yes, ma'am. I will return when they're ready. In the meantime, help yourselves to our breadsticks and house salad.
I can't wait for a meal. I can't wait for our meals to be ready. In the meantime, we can just chat with each other.
You know, I was just thinking. I wonder if there are others like me hiding amongst humans. Not just Lamia, but perhaps cat girls or dog people or wolf people.
Basically a hybrid of human and something else. I mean, I've seen some, definitely in my neck of the woods before. But not in regular human society.
I would assume that they are. I mean, human society is very large. You can never tell exactly who's walking amongst you.
Maybe more doing what I'm doing right now. Hiding in plain sight. Dressing certain ways to hide her non-human features.
Maybe some are hiding animal ears under her hair. Or hiding animal eyes behind contacts. Or maybe hiding scales behind her skin.
Well, if it turns out to be the case, then it'll be nice one day for none of us to hide who we truly are. And not just any humans, but humans as well. Well, except for some of them who may be not so, well, nice that is.
But at least we'll know who's our friend and who's our enemy, right? I remember you telling me that there are some people who are scared to tell others about what their sexuality is and beliefs or even non-beliefs. Because they're afraid of what others around them would say or do.
Even from their own families. Hopefully there'll be a day where everyone can just be themselves. And speaking of one day where I can show my true self, it was Halloween.
But that time has long passed since then. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to go out and do anything because, well, something came up for the both of us. But maybe this year.
And here's real food. We hope you enjoy it. Let me know if you need anything else.
Oh, it looks so good. Well, we can talk more later. But now let's eat.
But first. .. Thanks again, sweetie.
I love you so much. That girl that just came in the door. I hope she doesn't recognize me.
Well, well, if it isn't Viper. Finally grew tired of the cave life, I take it. Cobra, I see that you decided to grace humanity with your presence.
And I see you decided to take one as a pet. He is not my pet. He is my mate.
Oh, well, forgive my presumptuous comment. I should have asked first. So I'll ask you this then.
Did you choose a human because you're afraid to do it with a male Lamia? Not that it's any of your business. But no, it is because we fell in love with each other.
In love? A Lamia falling in love? Unlikely.
And even more unlikely would he fall in love with you. Sweet little human. She probably has you hypnotized.
You take that back. I would never hypnotize him. Oh, really? And how would he know that? Where did you get those fancy clothes? Bet you hypnotized him into buying you.
.. Wait, so you're the one who offered to buy her clothes? Yep, that's right.
Now if you're done making assumptions, kindly sliver your ass away from our table.