As Aniko and Aileron rode into Bellizar Aniko saw the same strange mixture of old, new, and futuristic. The people wore everything from silks and peasant robes to mini skirts and futuristic jump suits. She turned to Aileron, “This place is very weird. I expected the swords and sorcery but all the other stuff seems out of place.”
“Well Aniko, the majority of the rulers here are wizards and arch-mages not barbarians. They have advanced just like the other planes and worlds, if not in some ways different. They see advancements in the other places and use what they want to improve or enhance the lives of the people here. The only restrictions are what the arch-mages council deems as harmful to the population or the environment.” He explained to her.
“Such things as cars or factories are examples of the banned technologies. They are too harmful to the environment. Anything you see that runs off electricity is either purely magical or powered by a magical generator.” He said as he pointed to a streetlight.
“Now don’t get me wrong, they don’t use their magic frivolously around here. Too much magic can have just as bad of an influence here as the wrong technologies. Farmers still plow their fields with a horse and plow and hire harvesters to pick their crops. The arch-mage council tries to not make things too easy on the people and therefore causing them to get weak and put a lot of people out of work. It’s a very delicate balance here and sometimes it really tests the council but they have been doing it over five thousand years and have learned quite a few lessons in the process.
“So, who are the arch-mages that form this council?” Aniko asked.
“Some of the most powerful good rulers on this side of the plane. If you’re lucky you may see one at the bazaar, the ruler of Rakor, Sultan Rakor himself. Lord William is one of his many lords.” He told her.
This stunned Aniko. She had seen a map in Lord William’s castle showing the large area that he controlled. “Wow, how big is Rakor?” She asked in amazement.
“Oh, last time I seen him he was about five seven and weighs around two hundred and twenty pounds.” Aileron smiled.
Aniko rolled her eyes at his poor joke. “No silly, I mean the land. If Lord William is just a lord to a higher ruler, then Rakor, the land, must be huge!” she stated.
Aileron laughed. “I know what you meant. This land is about five times the size of your United States. This desert area, the first area the sultan took over and still resides in, takes up almost one fourth of it. We are, right now on the eastern most tip of the desert. Lord Williams’s area stretches from the edge of the desert east to encompass the eastern plains and some forest area.
“Slightly to the north is where my tower is in those mountains over there.” He pointed to a range that rose in the distance. “It is just on the edge of the badlands of Tiger Plains. “Many people have died trying to tame that area but still today it is filled with creatures and bandits of all sorts. It’s a favorite place of powerful adventurers and criminals.”
As he finished explaining this to Aniko they stopped their mounts in front of a very nice looking hotel. A stable boy came out and led their horses away as they headed inside. An elderly balding man rushed up to them.
“We are pleased to have you here most honored arch mage. Lord William has sent message that you were coming and we have your suite prepared for you.” He told them. “If you and the young lady would follow me I will personally make sure that you are taken care of.”
Aniko raised an eyebrow at this but figured she would ask him about it later. As they were led through the hotel she was taken aback at the beauty of the place. She had never seen anything so lavish and fancy. Everywhere she looked there were extraordinary carvings and jewel-encrusted decorations. Soon they arrived at their suite.
As they entered the large living room with a small kitchenette off to one side their host led them over to one door. “This is your room sire, and the young ladies room is over there.” He pointed.
Aileron looked their accommodations over and gave his approval. After their host left He turned to Aniko.
“Here,” He said as he handed her a small bag. “I have to go meet some old acquaintances of mine, so you take this money and go on down to the bazaar. Pick yourself up a few more outfits and get some that are warm. It gets cold up in the mountains. Also pick something nice up. We have a special dinner to attend tonight. I’m not going to tell you what to wear but do try to make it a little more feminine than blue jeans.” He smiled.
“And don’t forget the veil.” He reminded her as she was heading out the door. “And one last thing. Don’t go buying any magical items out on the street. People don’t just sell those like that unless they have other motives for getting rid of them.”
Aniko turned around and said, “Yes master.” with a smile. ‘Or should that be father?’ She thought with a grin.
I heard that. she heard in her head as she headed down the stairs giggling.
Aileron turned to Miksa. “Follow her and make sure she is safe.”
“Yes, my lord.” The gargoyle replied as it hopped into the window and watched for her to leave the building. As Aniko entered the streets it took off following her.
Aniko wandered around the bazaar looking at all the sights and stores. As she was looking at the jewelry at one small stand a young man bumped into her.
“Excuse me, my lady.” He said politely.
No problem.” She replied to the man. She felt kind of embarrassed as she saw he was looking directly at her tits. She turned around and went back to looking around. Her attention was quickly drawn to a loud scream of pain behind her.
As she turned around she saw the man who bumped into her on his knees with Miksa holding tightly onto his wrist.
“Miksa not think that was very nice.” He growled into the mans face. Aniko saw a small bag of money spilled on the ground at the man’s feet. As she felt for hers she found that it was gone.
‘That bastard!’ She thought as she rushed over there. When she got there two guards pushed their way through the growing crowd.
“What’s going on here?” One of them asked.
“This asshole stole my money!” She said. “If it weren’t for my friend here he would have gotten away with it to.”
The other guard looked down at the man. “Marko, I see you’re up to your old tricks again.” He said with a knowing look. “Well, I don’t think you will be getting out of the brigade for quite a while this time.”
The first guard turned to Aniko and handed her back her money. “Sorry about this my lady. We will make sure he doesn’t cause anyone anymore trouble.”
As they led the thief away she could tell that Miksa had broke the man’s wrist in his powerful grip. “Thank you Miksa.” She said as she leaned down and kissed him softly on the head. She was surprised to find the gargoyles skin to be warm.
“Miksa is here to serve you my lady.” He replied matter-of-factly.
She continued to wander through the bazaar looking around with Miksa right by her side. Soon she entered a clothing store. After picking out several normal outfits she wandered over to the dress area. Andrea the storeowner saw the young girl looking lost in the dresses and walked over.
“Can I help you with something, my lady?” she asked.
“Yeah, I guess so.” Aniko sighed. “My master told me to pick up something nice for an important dinner. I don’t think I’m ready for a dress right yet. Do you have something that’s nice but not a dress?”
Andrea looked her over. “I think I have just what you’re looking for.” She said with a smile. She led her around to some fancy silk clothing.
“Here, try this.” She said as she handed her a beautiful red silk outfit. “All the under clothes are included.”
Aniko took the outfit and stepped over to the dressing room. She looked the outfit over and shivered. It looked like the outfit Jeanie wore on I Dream Of Jeanie.
She looked at herself in the mirror and snapped herself out of it. ‘Get use to it!’ She told herself. ‘You’re a girl now, and you’re going to be one for a very long time.’
She then stripped out of her clothes and put the outfit on. After she fastened the new thin veil over her face she looked up at herself in the mirror. ‘God, I’m gorgeous!’ She thought. She then looked down at the uncomfortable slippers and wrinkled her nose.
As she stepped out of the dressing room Andrea looked her over. She smiled when she got down to her feet and saw that Aniko had put her sneakers back on.
Aniko shrugged. “I just didn’t like the slippers.” She blushed.
Andrea laughed. “You look fine, my lady. You would make a burlap bag look good. Would you like to buy some makeup to go with the outfit?” She asked.
“I really don’t know anything about that stuff.” She admitted.
“Well, if you would trust me, my lady, I will help you look stunning for your dinner.” She told her.
Aniko smiled at the lady and nodded her head. She followed Andrea around the store to a small makeup counter.
First off, you have such a lovely color of hair.” She told her as she ran her fingers through Aniko’s light blond hair. “It would look much better longer though.”
Andrea reached into a drawer and pulled out a fancy golden brush. As she ran it through Aniko’s hair she could feel it getting heavier and heavier as Andrea brushed lower and lower. Once her hair had stretched down to her ass Andrea pulled it up into a high ponytail. She then lightly applied some makeup to her face, explaining each step carefully to her. Once she was done with that she reached behind the counter.
“And now for the crowning glory.” She said as she pulled out what looked like a large amethyst necklace. Instead of placing it around her neck though she draped it over her head with the largest gem dangling down to the center of her forehead.
As Andrea turned her around to look at herself in the mirror she could feel her long hair brushed against her back softly. The beauty in the mirror stunned her.
“Oh Andrea! This is perfect!” She cried. “Thank you so much for helping me!”
“It was a pleasure, my lady. I hope your master is as happy with it as you are.” She smiled.
I’m sure he will be!” She said.
She then paid for her purchases and headed out the door happily in her new outfit.
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