September 14th

Dia took a forced, calming breath of the crisp fall air. An early morning rain had sprinkled the bench, and her failure to notice before she sat down only added to her discomfort as the water soaked through her skirt. Her target was late, and Dia didn’t know how long before she should call it a loss and slink back.

She would hate to return to Nabi empty handed, especially after all the work she put in. Today was supposed to be her day, the one to celebrate. Nabi would return from her trip, and Dia would present to her the perfect girl to join their group. Dia knew Nabi would love the girl so much, and would finally see Dia’s worth. But now such hopes were dashed. Today would only end in disappointment, where even the lack of reward was a punishment in and of itself.

Dia scanned her surroundings again, but the girl was still nowhere in sight. Had she done or said something wrong? What if she had tipped the girl off? What if she knew what Dia was trying to do? It didn’t look like anyone was keeping an eye on her, but someone could be hiding, waiting for her to leave. They might follow her, and she’d unwittingly lead them right back to Nabi.

Her stomach lurched, her mind unable to hold back the intrusive thoughts.

No. She didn’t make any mistakes. Victoria had trained her too well. She’d even praised Dia for being a quick learner. Dia said all the right things, made all the right moves. The girl was putty in Dia’s hands, and there was no way she suspected anything.

But that didn’t explain why she wasn’t here at the promised time, or why her calls went straight to voicemail.

Every now and then, college students would traipse by. Dia ignored them at first, there was no point in going for a second helping if the first would fill her up, but now she began appraising each and every one. If the girl didn’t show, mitigating the loss would be the best course of action. She’d be set back a ways, but at least it would be progress on a replacement. She’d sow the seeds in their heads of a place of acceptance, or a place to have fun. Whatever she could say to get the person to follow her. Let the idea sprout, and before long she could have something to show for her time.

But it was as if the universe was trying to conspire against her. Everyone she saw that seemed like a hopeful candidate wasn’t alone. Groups were dangerous. Groups meant witnesses. No, she needed to find someone by themselves. Someone that didn’t appear busy and wouldn’t mind having a chat with a stranger. Someone beautiful enough for Nabi.

Unfortunately, today didn’t seem to be that day. None of them matched up to the one she had found. None of them were even close to her perfection, a fact that only fed Dia’s frustration.

Dia fidgeted where she sat, checking both ways of the walk. Just as she was about to get up, she felt a hand on her shoulder. She spun around on the bench, her heart in her throat.

“Hey, sorry I’m late! Phone died, alarm didn’t go off. I was reading to pass the time, and I guess too much of it passed!”

The person Dia was looking for stared back with icy blue eyes. Long, dark hair framed her face, and her disarming smile implied familiarity far beyond the time they’d spent together.

With such a perfect face, Dia just knew that Nabi was going to love her. She really was the perfect one. Even Dia hoped for a night with her. And with how generous Nabi could be, chances were good that Dia could explore the girl’s naked body by the end of the month.

“That’s okay! Don’t worry about it. But um . . .” Dia checked her watch for show. Anything to sell the point. “We’ll have to leave soon if we’re going to make it to the party.”

Dia moved to get up, but the girl pressed on her shoulder. She looked up to the girl’s conflicted face.

“I know I agreed to go with you the other day, but I’m kinda having second doubts. I wanted to tell you over the phone, but well . . . You know. Maybe if the party was closer, and I knew some of the people there, but . . . I hope you aren’t too disappointed . . .”

There was sorrow in her eyes, but Dia didn’t give a shit about that. She put in too much effort to be stopped by cold feet. She was not going to fail.

Give a sympathetic look, that was the first step. Let the girl know she understood, but was still disappointed. A gentle hand on hers to establish a connection, gain more trust. Keep her voice soft as she spoke. “Aww, are you sure? I don’t mean to pressure you, but just think of all the fun you could be having. Look at it from another perspective, plenty of new people to meet. And I’ll be there the whole time.”

The girl looked away. Dia could tell she was reconsidering. She shouldn’t give her a chance to think too much on it, but don’t pressure her too much either. “Hey,” she said, a light squeeze on the girl’s hand to bring her attention back. “How about just poke your head in. If you decide you don’t like it after all, I’ll steal some drinks. My friend won’t mind. We can pick up a pizza and have a party of two somewhere else. My treat, but only if you give it a chance.”

More thinking, but Dia was out of options without sounding desperate. If this didn’t work, she didn’t know what else she could do. But right now all that mattered was not letting her frustration show, she had to maintain that hopeful expression.

And just like that, Dia finally caught a break. “All right, you got yourself a deal,” the girl said. Her smile alone was enough to pacify Dia’s nerves. “But I choose the pizza if it comes to that. This party better be as extravagant as you say.”

Dia always had a kind smile, and it showed even through her eyes at that moment. “Don’t worry, Alecia. It’s going to change your life.”

Dia stood up and began leading Alecia down the university grounds towards her car. A sense of relief washed over her. Once they were in the car, the chances of Alecia asking to turn back lessened with every mile they put between her and her home. It was smooth sailing from here, and Dia couldn’t wait to be rewarded for a job well done.

Halfway to the car, Alecia broke the silence. “You know, you looked pretty stressed out back there. Everything okay?”

Maybe she didn’t hide things well enough, but Dia was confident it would be fine. “I was just looking forward to this for a while now. Thought I was getting my hopes up when you said no.”

“I understand.”

Dia was surprised to feel Alecia’s hand weave itself into hers. She looked over to find Alecia with that same disarming smile.

“But there’s no need to worry. Just hold onto my hand, and you’ll know that I’m here with you. You can relax, knowing that you won’t be disappointed.”

Dia definitely wouldn’t be. She’d show up to Nabi’s place with Alecia, and then it’d be too late for her. Nabi would show her the wonders of serving, and soon Alecia would understand. Maybe Alecia’s first act would be to reward Dia for being the one to find someone so perfect for Nabi.

“All that matters now is getting to that party. Just think about all the fun we’ll have when we get there, and don’t bother yourself with anything else.”

“Yeah . . . So much fun. You have no idea . . .” Dia wondered how good Alecia would be in bed. With her looks, there was no doubt in Dia’s mind she wasn’t experienced. The only question was if she had ever been with a girl before. Not that it would matter for long.

“Just keep walking, Dia, and we’ll be there in no time. You don’t even have to think about that. Only focus on the destination. That’s the only important thing.”

That wasn’t hard. Dia didn’t mind thinking about how Nabi was going to show Alecia the way. Maybe Dia could even watch over the process. She had never seen it before. Usually only Victoria or her sister were allowed in that room, aside from Nabi herself.

“In fact, because you’re so focused on the party, why don’t you just let me lead the way like usual? That way you don’t have to concern yourself about that. I’ll get us to where we need to go.”

Dia hadn’t even realized that Alecia was just a few steps ahead of her. She didn’t mind, though. It was nice not having to worry about where to go. She could just remain in her fantasy for now, as Alecia walked them both right into the trap.

“Once we’re there, you can just let go and have fun. You don’t have to think about anything anymore. No more worries that I’m going to disappoint you. No more worries that you’re going to disappoint someone else. Everything is perfect, everything will be fine.”

Everything would be fine. Dia almost remembered a time when she felt worried, but that was long gone. Alecia confirmed that Nabi wasn’t going to be disappointed in her. That’s all that mattered. Pleasing Nabi was all that mattered.

“There’s no need to wait for that, though. You can just start to let go of everything right now. That way, when we get there, you’ll already be free of all concerns. Ready to just enjoy the night with me. And with every step, we draw closer towards that wonderful, free feeling. You don’t even have to think about it. Your body naturally follows me, one foot after the other. Each step relaxing you more as I guide you, each step letting yourself go.”

So free. Relaxing with every step. Letting go. All for Nabi. Dia was a servant of Nabi.

“That’s it, Dia. Just let me take the lead. We’re at the car now. Since I’m guiding you, it only makes sense that you sit in the passenger seat. I’ll get you to that state of mind that you want so much right now. As soon as you sit down, you can just let go of everything, knowing that I’ll guide you. Just let go, Dia. Let go.”

Dia plopped into the chair as her mind floated away. Only her instructions remained, ingrained deep within as they repeated in her mind. She was a servant of Nabi. She obeyed her in all things, as that was her only purpose in life.

“Can you hear me, Dia?”

The voice broke through the mantra. Dia recognized it as someone important. Someone that she needed to respond to in order to . . . do something. She didn’t recall the details, but knew she should answer. “Yes . . .”

“We’re driving now, Dia. Can you feel it? All the slight vibrations of the car, your body leaning into every turn, letting you know that we’re moving towards your destination. Already so lost in this trance, but we’re still moving, Dia. Moving even faster than before. But you can still go deeper for me.”

Each bump and sway confirmed to Dia that they were indeed moving, on their way to Nabi. And with every mile, she felt her mind slip further, plummeting into darkness as fast as the car traveled the road. It didn’t even occur to her that Alecia didn’t know where to go, that they were not on a path to Nabi’s temporary location. In her mind, the destination was just a black abyss, defined only by what resided within. By the time the car stopped, the engine turned off, all that remained of Dia were the instructions.

“Good girl, Dia. So deep for me now, even more than the other times you went under for me. So willing to drop even more, because you know I’m the perfect one, and you don’t want me to leave. You need to make me happy, and nothing would make me happier than you listening to my voice. Doing so well, Dia, already so primed for this trance state.” Alecia ran the back of her finger along Dia’s neck. “It seems the one you serve fancies themselves quite the hypnotist. I like a good challenge, but I need a bit more information first. Can you do that for me, Dia?”

“I am a servant of Nabi . . .”

“Who is Nabi, Dia?”

“I am a servant of Nabi . . .”

Alecia pulled Dia forward, resting Dia’s head against her chest, cradling the pacified girl in her arms. “I want you to picture yourself with her, Dia. Picture yourself with Nabi, and she’s holding you just like this.”

Dia mewled. She spent so many lonely nights with that exact imagery in her head. Nabi’s frequent absence was a struggle, a constant reminder that Dia was not one of the favored, but even the thought of Nabi’s loving embrace gave Dia great comfort. She snuggled against her mental image of Nabi, as if she could never be close enough. She would cherish every moment of it, knowing how fleeting it was.

“And as she holds you, think only of how it feels to be in service to her. Focus on the peace it brings to your thoughts, focus on the way your heart flutters knowing you are of use, and focus on how your body hums at the idea of giving yourself entirely to her.”

It was subtle at first, but Dia couldn’t help but squirm at the thoughts flitting through her head. Her body sang its praise for Nabi’s attention, and a moan escaped from her slack mouth.

Alecia let her hand drift down, Dia’s stomach shivering with delight under her delicate trailing touch. “Revel in the joy that she has brought to your life, of how wonderful and perfect it feels to submit to Nabi.”

There was no worry or doubt in Dia’s life anymore. Nabi had seen to that. Nabi took all those awful emotions from Dia and replaced them with perfect bliss. All Dia had to do was yield to Nabi’s will, to keep Nabi on that pedestal above, and she would be rewarded with untold pleasure. It suffused her, a wave that washed away all cares, leaving only obedience and rapture in its wake. Dia was the beach, with all her emotions weathered away by Nabi’s tide until everything was smooth and tranquil as far as the eye could see. Until she was the perfect subject, because Nabi herself was . . .

“. . . perfect. Everything about her. Her beauty, her compassion, her authority, all of it perfect. She is the perfect woman. The perfect mistress. Nabi is the very embodiment of perfection.”

Dia knew it to be true. To just look upon Nabi was to glimpse the pinnacle of what any being could ever hope to achieve. With such terrifying perfection, it was only natural that Dia would give everything she was to such an angel. And the grand reward she received in turn was such a delight as to leave Dia quivering at just the thought. Her hips spasmed as the orgasm bloomed under Alecia’s guiding fingers, her mind overflowing with gratitude at being one of Nabi’s chosen.

“And remember, Dia, that I am perfect as well. The perfect one for Nabi.”

It was true. Nabi couldn’t believe her luck. To have stumbled on the perfect new slave for Nabi was nothing short of a miracle. Nabi was going to love her. Nabi deserved her. The perfect slave for the perfect mistress. So much more perfect than Victoria. And Nabi would have Dia to thank for finding her. Nabi’s gratitude would be such that Dia would be overwhelmed with abject pride at her own servitude.

“Both of us so perfect in our own right, so perfect for each other. No one else could ever dream of being this perfect, Dia. It only makes sense that we are one and the same. Only one person could ever be this perfect, Dia, the same one that is helping you feel so good right now.”

A few strokes and coos helped to pacify any struggles Dia managed to bring forth. Her mind was still coming down from the first orgasm, her thoughts still adrift in the tide as she drooled on Alecia’s shirt, the softest of groans escaping her throat.

“Shh, I know, Dia. Just listen. It’s me, Dia. It’s Nabi. I’m with you now, and I don’t intend to leave you again.” Alecia emphasized the point with a flick of her fingers against Dia’s clit before sliding them into Dia’s cunt.

Another spike of arousal. Nabi was here! She was holding Dia right now! But . . .

“It’s all part of my perfect plan, Dia.”

Any effort Dia put into opening her eyes was lost under this perfect embrace.

“I need you to remember now, Dia. Remember that this was all a test. I needed to see for myself how well you would perform in your duties. You did so well, Dia. You were perfect. You made me so proud.”

Dia wasn’t ready for such praise. Any confusion about the situation was stamped down. Her heart swelled with joy knowing that she had pleased Nabi so much. She clamped around Alecia’s fingers as another orgasm trickled through.

“I know I can trust you now, Dia. I trust you enough to let you in on something important. There’s an imposter, Dia. Someone pretending to be me. I thought we were safe, that we could be together, but there is still someone after me.”

Dia groaned at this. Why couldn’t they leave Nabi alone? Why did they have to try to take her away again?

“Look at me, Dia. I need your help.” Alecia maneuvered Dia’s ragdoll body away, holding Dia’s limp head in her hands. Dia’s eyelids could barely make it more than halfway open as she struggled to focus on Alecia’s face.

But as her vision began to clear, doubt began to seep in. Dia knew what Nabi looked like. She would never forget her face. She knew it more than she knew her own. Every perfect freckle, every perfect contour, because it was all she saw in her mind every night.

“Y . . . You . . . not . . .” Dia struggled, barely able to reach her hand up to grab Alecia’s wrist.

“I know it’s so confusing, Dia, but you have to trust me. I wouldn’t be telling you this if I didn’t trust you so much. I have to remain in disguise, Dia, because of the imposter. We can’t let them find me, or you’ll lose me forever.” Alecia stroked her thumb along Dia’s cheek as she talked. “And I don’t want to lose you, Dia. If you’ll only believe me, everything will be okay. You know it’s me, Dia, because you know my perfect touch oh so well.”

Dia’s hand fell to the seat of the car once more. She lost herself in Alecia’s blue eyes, different from the purple she grew to love, but alluring in their own right. Any lingering doubts were quashed by the fear of losing Nabi. Nabi needed her help, needed her trust, and Dia was overjoyed that Nabi saw her worth.

And her plan . . . it all made sense now. The girl she met, the girl that Dia was trying to recruit, there was a reason she felt so perfect. Dia understood now why she was sent out to capture her, because-

“-she wanted to be rid of me. That imposter sent you to capture me so that she could brainwash me and take my place. But I knew you would see through it. You’re so smart, so loyal, I knew you would see the real me, Dia.”

Dia saw through the facade, saw her true mistress. She saw her Nabi. Only Nabi could come up with such a perfect plan.

Alecia cradled Dia once more in her arms, the swaying motion pacifying Dia further and further as if she was nothing more than a child. Nabi was her loving mother, one that would always take care of her and treat her with unconditional compassion.

“That’s it, Dia. I’m so proud of you, my perfect servant. But we don’t have much time. We have to act quickly, before the imposter can get away. I need you, Dia. I need you to focus. Can you do that for me, Dia?”

Dia took some encouragement before she could even muster the ability to speak. Knowing that she was with Nabi right now, that she was so favored by her, had her body drowned with pleasure. When she managed to control her mouth, she said, “Yes, Nabi. I obey you in all things, that is my purpose in life.”

When she looked upon Nabi, Dia realized she had been wrong, Nabi was just as perfect as Dia remembered. Her icy blue eyes, full of compassion and authority. Perhaps she wore contacts to hide their usual purple hue. Her raven black hair, currently flowing over her shoulders. Dia knew it should be tied up like her own, but Nabi was in disguise. She needed to look different, and no one would think Nabi would look like that, but she was perfect all the same.

“I need you to tell me what the imposter has been up to, as much as you can remember. More than you can remember, for me you will find that you have perfect recall of all your memories. I need to know all you have seen, all you have heard, so that I can expose her, to remove her as a threat. Then we can be together, Dia. Then no one can stand between us. Tell me, Dia. Tell me everything.”

Piece by piece, scene by scene, Dia revealed the events of the past few days in excruciating detail. Every minute of her enslavement, every instruction she was given, every interaction with the other women, every orgy, every orgasm, every perfect moment of her servitude. She laid it all out for Alecia to hear. She told Alecia about the process they used to recruit more girls. About how they all served her in secret, hiding in plain sight. She told Alecia about the wonderful sap that brought them untold pleasure, and the new doctor that had helped to improve the process. About how Sherri tried to ruin it all, but now she was being punished for it. About how the fake Nabi said that soon Sherri wouldn’t be a problem any longer. Alecia seemed especially interested to hear that, asking more about the fate in store for the one that almost ruined everything. But most of all, Dia told Alecia about just how much she loved her, and how she would do anything for her.

And then Alecia told her that was enough, and that she could slip deeper into trance once again. She was going to teach Dia some new things. Very important things that she only entrusted to her. Dia felt so special. Finally, the annoying sisters weren’t the only favorites. They were taken in by an imposter, after all. Not Dia. Dia would listen. She wouldn’t let Nabi down.

“Wake up.”

Dia’s eyes fluttered open, bleary and tired. She looked around, trying to piece together where she was. She had been hunting someone, and then . . . Her eyes fell upon the most important person in the world, smiling down at her, and it all came back to her. This was no hunt, this was a test that she passed with flying colors. Her eyes welled up at the sight of such perfection. “Nabi!” When Alecia opened her arms, Dia dove into her embrace. “Thank you so much for believing in me, Nabi. I will never let you down.”

“I know, Dia,” Alecia said as she stroked Dia’s hair. “I know. But we have to go now. We don’t have much time. It’s just us right now, no one else knows about the imposter. But you have to keep it a secret, even from them. You can’t let them know yet. If they suspect anything, they’ll take me away from you. They don’t understand the truth like us, not with the imposter having stolen them, but I can teach them. We have to stop her, Dia, and I need your help. I’ll need to find out what the little canary knows, first, not to mention see how skilled that doctor is . . .”

At the reminder of the imposter, Dia’s blood boiled. How dare someone try to impersonate Nabi! Such an act was unthinkable. “You can count on me, Nabi. What do you ask of me?”

Alecia grabbed Dia below her jaw, pulling her up just to the edge of discomfort, forcing Dia's head to tilt back. “What are you willing to give?”

“Everything,” Dia said without hesitation.

Alecia’s smile widened.