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You thought about it, examined the paper once more, and then shrugged.
<span class="mu-r">“Sure, why not.”</span> you conceded. <span class="mu-r">“I like the crazy color scheme on this one, anyway.”</span>
Prowler’s shoulders visibly slumped in relief, but before he could speak, you just rolled right over him.
<span class="mu-r">“Anyways, I’m surprised that you’ve even got hangups when it comes to clothing. You know, considering your, erm…unique tastes in fashion.”</span> you said, gesturing to all of him.
His eyes narrowed to dangerous slits. <span class="mu-g">“What’s that supposed to mean?”</span>
You gave him a flat look. <span class="mu-r">“Brother. Your usual getup is a purple and green suit. Trust me when I say this: ‘You are already wanted by the fashion police’.”</span>
He looked like he wanted to argue the matter, but you had already snatched the paper out of his hands, leaving him spluttering in a fit of outrage.
Honestly, this wasn’t a bad design at all. If they removed or shortened the card cape, then you could probably make it work.
Having finalized your transaction, you brought this new change to White Rabbit’s attention. She didn’t appear to be bothered in the slightest by the change, as there would be very little work to do on her part if you were only trading costumes.
While you were busy trying to get a rise out of Prowler, Lorina had managed to convince Flint to try and adapt multi-colored granules of sand in order to pull off this new look. He was convinced that it would take a lot of work to prevent himself from accidentally throwing off the color balance, but he was open to experimentation.
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Once everyone had decided on their costumes, White Rabbit collected the papers, stuffed them back into a folder and led you all back out in the hallway. She guided you through the winding corridors, pointing out little decorations as she went, as if she were a tour guide leisurely strolling through an attraction.
You actually recognized some of these artificial landscapes and decorations from the old Disney film adaptation. And every time you drew attention to them, the lady of the house seemed to get a genuine kick out of it.
Without knowing where you were going, you followed the eccentric woman outside and into her greenhouse. At the entrance, there were an obscene amount of plastic flamingos stationed outside like unwavering sentries. As you got closer, the sprinkler system kicked on, and White Rabbit unfolded a purple umbrella without batting an eye. Flint, on the other hand, was forced to make a mad dash as the water droplets sank into his body.
Upon entering the greenhouse, you couldn’t help but gape at the seemingly endless rows of colorful and exotic plants that had been used to decorate its interior.
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