Picture Perfect [Lorielle]

[Lazy Kitsune]

The slap on Emma's ass doesn't quite go as well as you would have hoped. It seemed whatever your memory alteration did, it didn't affect her disposition towards you too much as she turns towards you, her eyes burning into your face. Her face hadn't changed much throughout the car ride, constantly in a blend between tired and uncaring mixed with a resting bitch face. All of those elements stayed, but now her stare felt like she had decided you were worth the effort to hate. You hoped this didn't change the command you managed to implant into her... or maybe it would be better that she didn't visit your room after all.

She still continued to walk away, but Sienna barked at her just as much as she did you. "Emma, didn't I tell you to come back to me as soon as you gave the photographer his ID card? Where do you think you're going off to."

Sienna half listens to you as she waits for Emma to respond. The intern stops in her track but doesn't turn around right away. She takes a few moments, to do what you're not sure, until she turns around mock pouting and pointing towards you. "He groped me!" she declares, almost throwing you off right as you take your photograph.

Time freezes. The world seems to lose just a bit of colour. Sienna's face is caught in a moment of mild disappointment switching to concerned surprise. The currently blacked out photo prints, along with a blank photograph for Sienna's memories, starting the timer to see what you can get away with in these moments of stopped time. You had a decent amount to get away with going off of how long you had in the car, but some of it might have to be spent putting out the fire Emma just lit. If you could figure out how to do that with as few steps as possible then that'll leave you with some time to have your own fun.

[Lorielle]

Clearly my command about her being a perv didnt effect her personality, it just made her a pervert, it didnt mean she had to like me. I bit my thumb briefly before taking posing with Emma in a friendly if slightly lewd manner. Once the photo came out i whispered into it. "Finally found someone to share my interests with." Hopefully this was lightweight enough to push her in the direction of liking me, but i wont know if it works until i get to work on Sienna as well.

She clearly had it out for me but if i could twist that into something she would be less of a hassle and i could maybe get some fun out of it at the same time. I took a photo of Sienna just whispering into the polaroid, "When im around Kenneth, my heart beats faster." With that done i shook both photos to see if the effect was going to take hold or not, if there was still time i definitely needed to defuse the situation by playing it off as a joke or plainly making them forget the last few seconds, but that a problem for future me.

[Lazy Kitsune]

Its hard to tell what the effect of the first photo was. It seemed to take and involve both you and Emma, though nothing too clear seemed to be depicted other than an image of the two of you sitting in the car. Hopefully it'll give her a slightly better disposition towards you, but the only thing you could guarantee that she now associates you with whatever "interest" she has in mind.

Sienna's photo, however, doesn't go quite so well. It doesn't burst into flames, but the effect seems to be the complete opposite. It shows her getting visibly angered by the sight of you. It seems the powers of the camera chose the path of least resistance to making your phrase hold true, and that path in this case was through hate. Fortunately the same senses that let you knew how to use the photos let you know you could tear it up to prevent it from taking effect once time resumed. No need to make Sienna more likely to be annoyed with you.

One botched photo wasted some time, but you still had plenty of time left, with no clear image yet coming through on the original photo. Perhaps there was a quick way to salvage the situation and still leave you with time to try and make headway with Sienna.

[Lorielle]

I click my tongue again, at least i was started to see how the camera was working, but i tore up the Sienna photo, i needed her to like me in some way. After mulling it over for a second i took a second photo with her. "Despite everything, at least we're drinking buddies." If i had to guess Sienna seemed too strung up not to indulge in a glass or two after work and hopefully this would get me in her good graces or at least pull away some of her animosity towards me.. Granted if the photo didnt burst into flames first. Once that was done i went about deleting Emma's comment about me groping her, it was too much to deal with about possibly changing the context and i doubt Sienna would have bought it, so i took a photo of them and whispered.

"The last 30 seconds didnt exist." Before then turning around to Alyssa, i needed a small alibi instead of a memory wipe in case they resumed whatever conversation they were going to have. With that i posed with Alyssa to make it seem like we were talking and said into the polaroid. "We discussed letting me check the equipment personally for the last minute." before taking these 3 photos and giving them a good shake.

[Lazy Kitsune]

You had your doubts. Heck, you probably felt it was more likely to fail, but the new photo taken with Sienna works, and an image comes through of the two of you grabbing a beer just outside of the company offices. Going by the clothes, it looks like shortly after you passed your interview. She looks like she's barely paying attention to you, but you guess she appreciates the company even if its someone she doesn't particularly like. Charlotte probably doesn't do much in the way of socialising with co-workers, and was Emma even old enough to buy alcohol? This memory actually took, and with relative ease based on the speed it was revealed.

It seems to take a photo per person to erase everyone's memories of Emma's comment, which heavily eats into your time as you get each photograph to clear. The time is wiped in the end, leaving you clear of any repercussions. Your alibi with Alyssa takes too, and moments later time resumes.

"Of course, you can check it all right away. You'll have access to where all the recording and photography equipment will be stored when out of use. We're keeping most of it at the moment in a few trucks parked not far outside and we'll be setting aside space within the resort to hold it once its in more regular use." Alyssa says, picking up from a conversation that never existed.

You overhear Sienna scolding Emma for shirking her duties and saying something about knowing she can do great if she just applied herself more. Emma huffs and rolls her eyes, but returns to Sienna's side and starts scrolling through her phone. Sienna then coughs to get your attention. "Kenneth Turner. So I guess you made it after all. You better hope your as good as Miss Clark claims you are." This seemed familiar, although notably short the conclusion to her previous threat. Just as before, she eyes the camera you're carrying again and sighs. "Please tell me you have some more up to date equipment with you as well..." Teeing you up for a chance to take a photo again if you wanted to. Well, she did forget about the first time she mocked your new camera.

[Lorielle]

Time resumed in a manner than i found myself feeling quite off about, having to position myself in a way that i was "always" having a conversation with Alyssa was certainly strange enough for me, but then hearing Sienna scold Emma almost made me feel bad about the fact i erased their memories and that Emma was getting as much of a blasting from Sienna was I was about to. But i tried not to think about it too hard as it started to hurt my head. I nodded along to what Alyssa was saying and thanking her for the information she was giving to me. "Hopefully then the equipment room can be close to my room, if thats not a big ask, i can help unload stuff as well, i doubt we've got many PAs running around." I say with a chuckle before my attention is drawn to Sienna.

The deja vu was palpable and honestly made my head a bit dizzy. I wondered if i could keep getting them to repeat the last 30 seconds forever if i wanted to, but well besides being needlessly cruel it wouldnt really accomplish much. "I mean of course, i wouldnt miss out on this opportunity you and Charlotte provided me." I say with a smile before giving a glance to Emma to gauge her reaction.

But then Sienna notices the camera again. I did give it some thought that i should try to rewrite their memories again, but weird magical artifacts like these usually had cooldowns for that sorta stuff so i didnt push my luck instead i lifted it up and motioned to it like i was some sort of hand model. "Its my personal camera, i use it to take test shots, and im usually given a lot of leeway with that sorta thing here, i can demonstrate." I take a swift step back and snap a photo of Alyssa, Emma and Sienna, hoping to get all of them in frame, and have the camera work its effects on the three other staff members.

[Lazy Kitsune]

"I'll speak to Mrs Wilson about it, but I'm sure that'll be fine." Alyssa says before you begin your conversation with Sienna. Sienna's eyes narrow as you talk, while Emma just huffs and keeps her attention on her phone.

"I felt we were taking too much of a risk giving you this gig, but Charlotte decided it was worth it. She hates being proven wrong and isn't in the habit of giving second chances. Botching things here will end any future opportunities might have otherwise had with us."

The three women do face you as you prepare to take your shot. They aren't posing or smiling in any way similar to Katie, but at least you have the idlest forms of attention from them. Even Alyssa takes off her shades now that she's indoors... which... might be something to keep in mind if you were to try this on her while she's wearing them. It might not effect anything, or it could be a serious problem.

As soon as you click, positioned as you are, you're able to see the exact moment the trance takes effect. The flash from the camera seems to be mirrored in their eyes before they lid and glaze over, and all three of them stand almost vacantly before you, letting out sleepy sighs.

[Lorielle]

Seeing them fall into the trance was a sigh of relief for sure, but honestly i was surprised Emma deigned to look up from her phone to get hit with the flash. Still this was the opportunity to impart a little something into each of them. It didnt seem to have the specific context as last time about Emma and Katie "owing me" something but keeping in line with my words i just need them to give me a bit of actual leeway to act how i want. First was Sienna as i stepped up to her and whispered into her ear.

"Kenneth just needs a bit of leeway to prove himself." Hopefully this command would get her to let me off of her leash a good bit. Next i turned to Emma. She was already supposed to visit me and we now had the same "interests" whatever that meant, but i whispered into her ear.

"I dont mind cutting loose a bit more when im with Kenneth," hopefully that would inspire her loosen up around me in general rather than going for anything more specific.

As for Alyssa ive already gotten her to loosen her guard around me, but maybe i can get her to slack off a bit on the job as well especially around the models. "I trust Kenneth with the models." Hopefully that will take hold and give me a lot more room to maneuver around with the models without Alyssa constantly breathing down my neck and keeping tabs on me and the women.

[Lazy Kitsune]

"Just needs... leeway... prove himself..." Sienna murmurs out, managing to nod along to your words even in her dazed state.

A similar visual reaction happened with Emma, who smirked ever so slightly as she said "cut loose... with Kenneth... I don't mind..."

Lastly this left Alyssa, who moaned as you spoke to her. "I trust... Kenneth... around... nggg... no... need to be safe... keep eye... just... in case..."

Well, that didn't seem to work. And you weren't afforded much time to try and correct it as you spot the photo start to come through just soon enough to avoid looking suspicious. Emma goes back to looking on her phone, clearly unimpressed with seeing you take the photo, while Sienna at least offers to take a look to see how the photo turned out. "As long as you can provide us with the level of quality we're looking for. We need to knock everything out the park with the calendar, and the catalogue and magazine work can't fall short either." Sienna says. She turns to leave, but then glances over her shoulder and says "If that camera helps your process, then by all means use it. I'm giving you the benefit of the doubt that you at least know what you're doing."

She then walks away without so much as an extra word, signalling for Emma to follow her, leaving you with Alyssa. "I can show you where we keep the equipment sent ahead of you. I'm no tech expert, but I'm told its all high quality. You can take and use the items as you see fit, but log every time you move something in or out of equipment storage. Let me know as soon as you lose anything, understood? Want to see the gear now or would you prefer to get settled first?"

[Lorielle]

I cursed under my breath when i saw Alyssa resist the trance, i needed her to trust me more before i could get her to really loosen up about her job. Its nice to know she takes it seriously at least. Though as i looked at Alyssa i wondered if how she must feel around the models. She was easy on the eyes to say the least not to mention the muscles along with her sizeable tits. She seemed like a fun test subject. For now though i was more than happy to see the commands take with both Sienna and Emma, either what i was saying was right or they were just weaker mentally, not that it really mattered but i knew i was pushing their buttons at least.

"I understand Sienna, trust me when i say i take the utmost pride in my work," I say with a somewhat shit-eating grin as i watch them walk away, seeing Sienna's hips away in that little pencil skirt. For now my attention turned back to Alyssa. A moment with just the two of us will be perfect, i can test more of the camera's functions if it was just the two of us, maybe even get my dick wet in the process.

"Why dont we go check on the equipment then right now, then maybe we can get a drink or something after." I say in a joking manner as i let her lead the way to where ever the equipment was being kept.

[Lazy Kitsune]

Alyssa gives a half smile and beckons you to follow her. "Can't drink while on duty, maybe later though?" It was something, courtesy of your previous efforts to loosen her up perhaps. She heads back out into the sunlight, donning her shades as she does so. She passes a few other members of security leans in to tell them something before heading off. "Got to keep everything moving all the time here. Got a lot of high profile people to keep an eye on and most of them seem to be drawn to trouble." she explains to you as she leads you around the side of the main building to the lot the trucks are parked in. They're large enough for moving homes and as Alyssa keys in a series of four digits on a pad at the rear of one of the trucks - letting you see the code so you can access the truck yourself, she opens it up to show there's room enough for you both to walk inside. Climbing in, she offers to help you up. "Everything should be labelled, have a look around and check what you feel like checking."

[Lorielle]

"Sienna likes a good drink, maybe the three of us can have something when we're all off the clock." My tone was light and joking but it was nice to not be needled by someone on the team. Even if i was probably the reason why she was being so nice and forward with me to begin with. Once at the truck though i let out a whistle, i hadnt realized there was this much equipment. But it seems like more than just photos were on the ballot. Videos might end up a think as well, which wouldnt be awful but might make things too awkward if things went too far.

For now though I did want to actually check that some of my equipment made it unscathed and there wasnt any sabotage so i took Alyssa's hand and stepped into the truck. Of course the first thing i check were the pelican cases with my camera and lenses, but while i do so i make some small talk. "So.. how long have you been in Security? Honestly surprised you're not a contender in the calendar at least." I say as i click open a few of the cases to check that everything was in order.

[Lazy Kitsune]

"For the calendar? Oh, right, you're flattering me." she says, more confused that surprised. She watches you as you check through the equipment, folding her toned arms over her chest. "Been kind of in this line of work since forever really. As a teenager I was working as a bouncer for a bar. Doesn't matter how big or tough a man is if you hit him in the right spot. My career took some unexpected directions after that but always in security in one way or another. Usually private hire, but Mrs Wilson has used my services enough that she ended up offering me a more stable job. As no nonsense as she is, if you do your job well she'll keep you around... The equipment all look in order? Let me know if you think anything needs replacing and I'll pass the word along."

[Lorielle]

“Haha I’m just telling it how it is. It’s my job to have a good eye.” Say trying to reinforce that she should be proud of her own appearance. Personally knowing a few men and women who’d love a chance to touch her slick arms and toned abs. But listening to her story I felt a small bit of kinship as aside from the fact she was in security and I was a photographer our lives seem to run pretty parallel.

“Yeah. Charolette is good about that isn’t she. She picked up a few of my photos from my blog and I’ve been on retainer for a while, but she’s never pulled me into anything bigger. At least until now.” I say as I close the case in front of me.

“Everything that’s vital seems in order will check the rest of the stuff tomorrow I think. The jet lag is still getting to me. But since we’re here do you wanna help me test the equipment?” I say motioning to the cameras and the Polaroid I had now hooked to a camera strap so I wouldn’t need to carry around by hand.

[Lazy Kitsune]

"There was someone else in mind for this job, but that friend of yours has earned Charlotte's respect, and has put that respect on the line in getting you this job. Though Charlotte would never have agreed if she expected you to fail. I suggest you keep both those things in mind while you work here." she says, before double checking that no one is snooping around the truck by poking her head out the back.

"And audition for my new modelling career?" she responds with a snort once you ask for her help. Despite her joke, she walks over to you and looks at the equipment you motion to. "Sure, but you're going to have to walk me through what you need me to do. I'm not a very technical person. Unless all you want me to do is stand in frame... I think I can manage that."

[Lorielle]

I lingered on Alyssa's words about Katie, i felt a twinge of remorse at the things i was doing, it was true she and i were childhood friends but until this job, we hadnt actually spoken to one another in so long. I felt guilty at the idea that im exploiting her kindness, especially when so much was on the line for her already. But then i looked up at Alyssa as she made her way over. I grimaced for a micro-second and felt a fuzz in my mind, this was a different kind of opportunity and i wasnt about it to let it go to waste either maybe i'll let up around Katie, but the hotties around the resort were going to get it for sure.

"Dont worry its a lot easier than you think. Just move how it feels natural and i'll also offer some direction." I say setting up my main camera and attaching a lens to it before setting it down on a box. "But first off, its the test shoot for lighting, take off your sunglasses and just stand over there and give me what you think is a sexy pose." I say with a chuckle as i hold up the Polaroid camera's viewfinder to my eye. "Dont worry when im done you'll be begging me for more photos." As i say snap a photo the flash engulfing the security officer.

[Lazy Kitsune]

Alyssa takes off her shades slowly and hooks them into her v-neck. The typically very stoic head of security suddenly looked just a little shy and awkward as she tried to puzzle out how she should stand. After a few moments of fidgeting with her feet placement and being clearly unsure what to do with her hands, she eventually reached her arms up and clasped her hands together. Stretching them out behind her head, she pushed her bust out, allowing her form to show off not just her heavy cleavage but also her muscled shoulders and arms, as well as pulling up her tank top just a notch to show off her abs.

"Does this look good?" she was still clearly very unsure of herself, but doing her best to keep her stern and stoic composure. Despite her doubts, she did look good. Not as comfortable in front of the camera as the models, certainly, but she had found a pose that showed off her body well and leaned into her strengths. She gives a sheepish giggle right before you take the photo and then her face slackens. She holds the pose, but more softly as her eyes glaze over.

"Be begging... for more... photos..." she murmured, her arms lowering slowly. Her hands stayed locked together but now dipped to the side as one of her arms lay to rest upon her head, giving her a more aloof and relaxed pose.

[Lorielle]

I grinned as i saw the trance take hold, hearing her repeat my phrase back to me. It was a good start, she seemed to be quite receptive to the idea of being a model. I mean if i were her i'd love to show off that body, but that wasnt the point really. I walked up to her speaking to her. "Thats right, begging. You want to be a model, do anything to be a model." Since we were in private and i had her doing something she was already embarrassed about it felt like the perfect time to press my advantage.

I had to admit the photo that was revealing itself was quite stunning seeing it fade up seeing the softly confident face of Alyssa appear on the other end with her muscles softly glistening under the one trailer light. Admittedly not the best place for someone's first photos, but the hope is to make Alyssa a willing guinea pig for experiments with the camera.

[Lazy Kitsune]

"Want to... be a model..." Alyssa murmured as you approached. "Beg... to be a model... beg... begging... yes..." She nodded, her eyes gazing off into the distance. It seemed like this was taking hold, and just in time to as you watched her photo come into greater clarity. As the picture manifested, focus returned to her face. She blinked the last of the haze out of her eyes and quietly straightened up out of her pose. "Did the photo come through alright? I don't know if my pose helped at all... I could try again... if you would like?"

[Lorielle]

"The pose turned out great." I said showing her the photo and just how nicely she looked bathed in the light of the camera's flash. Though i noticed the haze seems present in Alyssa's eyes in the photo, hopefully that didnt make it seem too off, but it was a strangely enjoyable expression to see, the somewhat unfocused eyes combined with her genuine smile.

"Another photo would be great! We might need to spice it up a bit though, pretend you just got done with workout and hook your thumb under your shirt's hem and lift it a good bit and your free hand can pull the hem of your pants down just slightly. If you wanna make it as a model, you've gotta show your best assets." I say, not taking no as an answer from Alyssa watching through the viewfinder as she worked herself into the pose. Once she was close or even most of the way there i snapped a photo again hitting her full on with another flash and hopefully some heavier compulsions for her to follow.