(Quest Finale) SongsTress Quest Episode 51: An Ending (Patreon)

The Story So Far...

Phew. The last Serenity in your domain has fallen. But you really don't like the look on your minion/contractor's face. She's never been completely under your power - a mix of multiple different corruptions and her inherent resistance from when you used to be a Serenity, you suspect.

Dark Magic Collect is kind of the last threat to you left. And, uh, hey, it's kind of weird, maybe you never noticed before, but maybe you have a bit of a thing for bad girls and living dangerously? Because for some reason, right now, the blonde corrupted magical girl is looking really hot...

"Yeah, well..." She turns her attention away from you and to her latest victim, grinning as she bends down to scoop up the former Serenity Melody. "For some reason, I feel like she really had that one coming."

… What was that spike of jealousy? No. No way. There is no way you're jealous of a pillow. That's ridiculous. Even if she's supposed to be your fan and minion. And she's super hot. And you're obviously way more sexy than a stupid case of fluff.

… Screw it, there's really only one option left here, isn't there?

As she's distracted, you strut on up to the stage and hop up next to her. She startles a little, having expected you to cower more over in the corner, and before she can get her defences up, you strike - leaning forward to plant a searing kiss on her lips.

"Did I ever tell you I find evil magic women really cute?"

She looks taken aback, stunned and even blushing a little - and in that instant, you know you've won. What kind of star can't wrap a fan around her finger? Grinning, you lean in again, this time taking the chance to wrap her in your arms (and gently taking that silly pillow to toss it aside, ha).

"How about you make me yours in the way that a true fan can only dream of, girlfriend~?"

That hits the spot. You can practically see the idea click between her ears, her eyes widening and her lips curling in consideration. You don't give them a chance to come up with questions, catching them with your own and locking her into another kiss. This time she melts into it completely, and then decides to return the favour, sweeping you off your feet.

"I'd say," she says with a grin as your mouths part once again, "that I might be interested - as long as you can live up to the hype."

Ha! Well that's a test you can pass with flying colours! You grin, taking her by the hand, and lead her off towards the bedroom you just constructed nearby. You'll show her what real hype is all about!

(You make sure to grab the new pillow as you go. She looks super comfy, and you want to make sure that your knock-off double knows who the real star is around here too~)

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Thus begins a new era in SongsTress history - an era your fans call the SongsCollect era! This separates it rather nicely from your solo career, you feel (even though Collect doesn't sing with you - she's much more of a dancer). The two of you united is more than enough to dominate the charts!

… Well, the charts inside your stadium, still contained under a Serenity Seal dome, but those are the only charts that matter! And you're working on getting out to the others, anyway.

Your relationship is always rocky, but it's also stronger than it looks. The two of your compete to draw each other deeper into depravity, always looking for ways to gain advantage over one another and bring your partner to heel. Sometimes you win, sometimes she does, but there's enough Fangirl left in her to enjoy plenty of toxic yuri, and so far she hasn't turned you into anything permanent.

It's a dangerous way of living, maybe, but it adds a little thrill and spice that gives your music some real edge. Invaluable for your work as an artist! And as long as the hits keep flowing, you're sure your girlfriend will spare you from her powers.

Well. Pretty sure.

Where would the fun be otherwise? Heehee~

Results:

Serenities Defeated:

Serenity Style: Never showed up. Weird, and kinda rude.
Serenity Dancer: Fangirled, Sleeper Agent-ed, and finally Dark Girlfriendified!
Serenity Melody: Pillowed, and eventually given a stamp of official merch, just to make Collect happy.
Serenity Painter: Defeated and En-Maidicated!
Serenity Scribe: Escaped, with maybe a 90% reduction in brainpower. Kind of a shame, but since she was no longer a threat to you, you had bigger fish to fry,

You defeated 3 out of 5 of the Serenity Arts! A passing grade, though not outstanding.

Significant Minions:

Fashion Fairy: Still the smartest of your minions, despite being the least powerful, your Fairy has adapted to the new status quo with aplomb, taking it upon herself to organize your concerts and head-up your security forces while you're busy doing way more fun stuff like singing or Collect. And speaking of Collect, Fairy has wisely decided to never be in her presence for longer than necessary, lest she end up as merchandise too, which is pretty sensible.

Melody Maiden: Your silent maid has taken over cleaning duties for your entire lair, and is happily (and quietly) working to keep the place neat and tidy around the clock, no matter how rowdy your fans get! And whenever Collect goes on a rampage, she's sure to round up all of the new merchandise and lay it out in your private rooms for display. A+ minioning!

Dark Magic Collect: Your new girlfriend is as happy as can be. You kind of wish she'd stop getting excited and turning your fans into merch in the middle of your concerts, but hey, you've got plenty of fans anyway, and you do love good merch too. The two of you are a real power couple, and your duets are sure to blow away all opponents the next time a fight is due!

Official SongsTress Bodypillow: You declared her official merchandise mostly to make sure Collect didn't decide to turn you into a pillow yourself - but also, you've grown fond of the little bundle of fluff! Whenever you're not singing or making out with your girlfriend, odds are high you can be found snuggling up with this copy of yourself.

Hey, no one ever said Desires weren't narcissistic~!

You've unlocked the Magical Girlfriend ending! Excellent work!

Epilogue:

"Sorry," Scribe sighs, her hand on her brow. "My head is still foggy on a lot of the details. She hit me pretty hard in there."

"Of course. Don't push yourself."

"My friends are still in there," the green haired Serenity looks up, her eyes flashing. "Because I couldn't help them. I'm supposed to be the strategist on the team, and I ended up getting my mind mulched by her stupid catchy music. I need to push myself to make up for it."

"What you need to do," the other Serenity says as she lays a comforting hand on the distressed Scribe's shoulder. "Is let the purifiers continue to help you. We've all been taken down by Desires. I'm just relieved you got out at all - and with so many civilians. The Arts did good here."

"Maybe." The last of the Arts doesn't sound convinced. "And we might have done better if our leader wasn't caught in the initial outbreak."

"I'm sure Style will be happy to let you blame her for that once we get her out."

Scribe snorts. "I'll look forward to that." Then she looks up. "Just be careful. Sound protection is important, her main power is in her songs, but she has other moves to watch out for. Dancer and Melody wouldn't have fallen if she didn't."

"Oh, trust me, I know how tough those two are. And my teammates are eager for the chance to help them out. Though, uh. One for maybe a bit less altruistic reasons than the other..."

"Ha!" That actually gets a smile out of the vertette. "Dancer's going to be inconsolable. Kick her ass good."

"We will! Don't worry." The blue haired Serenity gives her a smile, sword appearing in her hand as she turns towards the glowing aura of the Serenity Seal around the Rose. "No matter what music she's got in her playlist, no matter what moves she can swing on the stage, there's only one song that matters today. When hope has been lost, thus we promise..." She turned for a moment to give Scribe a wink. "We're here to set everything right!"