Tia, being a girl, found it a little awkward when Kenley patted her shoulder in a brotherly manner. She wasn't quite used to such gestures, which made her feel a bit shy.

"Then… thank you, Master," Tia said softly, her face tinged with a rosy blush, clearly a little embarrassed.

Following Kenley's request, Tia began flipping through the catalog. As expected, when it came to high-class fashion, making a decision wasn't difficult. She quickly found her choices.

"Master, look here. Between these two, which one do you prefer?" Tia pointed to two dresses.

"Let me see…"

【Mandora· Summer Night】

【White Rose· Black Thorn】

As someone who had accompanied girls on shopping trips before, Kenley knew from experience that when a girl asked a guy which outfit he preferred, she usually already had an answer in mind. She was just giving him the illusion of making the decision.

This was tricky—both dresses were beautiful. Which one should he choose…?

Seeing Kenley's hesitation, Tyler suddenly clapped his hands and grinned."Honored guest, if you're unsure, I have a suggestion."

"Let's hear it," Kenley said.

"Both of you, please look this way." Tyler gestured and led them to a large mirror.

Wait a minute… Kenley suddenly realized something.

In past games, players could use the interface to preview outfits instantly, without physically changing clothes. NPCs, however, didn't have such a convenient function. They relied on enchanted mirrors to try on clothes. If not for Tyler, Kenley might have completely forgotten about this feature.

"Princess, please step in front of the mirror," Tyler said, his voice full of anticipation.

Tia nodded obediently, her light footsteps bringing her before the full-length mirror. The moment she stood in front of it, Tyler pulled out a magic wand and tapped the mirror's surface.

A soft sound like water droplets rippling on a pond echoed through the air.

Drip…

Tia's eyes widened in astonishment as a breathtaking scene unfolded before her.

The polished mahogany mirror reflected the image of a stunning young woman. Silken silver hair cascaded behind her like waves of moonlight, a delicate contrast to the black velvet ribbon tied into an elegant bow at the back of her head. A white ruffled headband framed her lustrous locks, perfectly complementing her ethereal beauty.

The black-thorn-trimmed bodice revealed her alluring collarbones and smooth shoulders, while a neatly tied black ribbon rested at the base of her neck. The pure white gown flared into a lovely bell shape, the knee-length hem swaying slightly, revealing her slender legs. Black ribbons adorned the skirt, decorated with delicate flowers of an unknown name.

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She stood there quietly, eyes filled with amazement at her own reflection, as if a new chapter of her story—one she had never imagined—was about to begin.

The Fallen Princess of a Vanished Kingdom—Vampire Tia.

"This is… me?" Tia murmured, still struggling to process what she saw.

Kenley was utterly stunned. The saying "clothes make the man" had never felt more accurate than at this moment.

Tyler was just as mesmerized, gazing at Tia in the mirror as if he were beholding the most exquisite masterpiece ever created. His wide eyes betrayed his sheer awe.

Outside the shop, Auber, who had been secretly watching, was also captivated. In that instant, it was as if he had discovered the rarest treasure in the world. A single thought echoed in his mind:

"I must have her. I must have her... I must..."

The air grew still, the silence so profound that the only sounds in the shop were the quiet breaths of those present.

Then, someone cleared their throat softly, breaking the spell and pulling everyone back to reality.

"White Rose, is it? Let's go with this one." Kenley was completely shaken by the sight before him. So this is the elegance of a princess…? He had to admit—this was probably the most beautiful NPC he had ever seen in the game. No… not an NPC. A real, living being.

"Have you made your decision?" Tyler clapped his hands lightly.

Kenley glanced at Tia once more, only to find her looking back at him at the same time. Their eyes met, and for some reason, Kenley's heart skipped a beat. Feeling a sudden heat rise to his face, he quickly turned his gaze away. "Yes! I've decided!"

With Kenley's decision made, Tyler immediately got to work. Since it was an existing design, the tailoring process was swift. And with Tyler being a magical tailor, this kind of work was practically effortless for him.

"All done, my esteemed guests," Tyler announced cheerfully.

"How much?" Kenley reached into his pocket, ready to pull out some gold coins.

"Two gold coins!"

"Wait—how much? Did I hear that right?" Kenley froze. His own outfit was worth at least two gold coins, and Tia's was undoubtedly even more expensive—at least three. Yet, Tyler was only asking for two in total? Was there some kind of hidden catch?

"Honored guest, you heard correctly. Just two."

"Why?" Kenley asked suspiciously.

"Because this noble little princess is simply too beautiful," Tyler beamed. "I'd love to invite her to be a model for my Golden Scissors Boutique. Would you be willing to grant your approval?"

Just then, a system notification popped up:

[Side Quest Received: "Tyler's Living Doll." Accept?]

Kenley felt his mind go numb.

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By the time Kenley and Tia stepped out of the shop, both had undergone a complete transformation.

Tia, who had once been dressed in a plain, coarse-fabric dress, now radiated the elegance of royalty, as if she had returned to the era of her lost kingdom.

Kenley, on the other hand, had changed into a typical mid-tier Southern gentleman's ensemble. A brown-gray short jacket layered under a trench coat, a white floral cravat tied neatly at his neck, and flared cuffs that added a subtle aristocratic flair.

To be honest, Kenley had never cared much about what he wore. As long as his outfit wasn't too flashy or too shabby, he was fine with something understated—something that wouldn't attract too much attention or spark jealousy. This was the perfect balance.

For players like him, appearance was secondary. The true focus was always on the strength of one's gear and the difference in abilities—unless, of course, they belonged to the fashion-conscious crowd or the scenic-exploration enthusiasts.

After all, Kenley had only been in this world for less than a day. He still hadn't fully adjusted to his new reality.

"Master, you look quite amusing like this," Tia suddenly commented.

"Amusing?" Kenley blinked.

"Mhm. From a distance, you look like a nobleman, but up close, you seem completely out of place among the aristocracy. This contradiction is quite amusing."

"Then… do I look good? Honestly?" Kenley wiped a bead of sweat from his forehead. Truth be told, he never paid much attention to his own fashion sense.