Balloons of the Ark| November Monthly Fanart 2024 2nd Winner

And we finally had the 2nd Winner! Thank you for the Nikke girls to join and Participate! especially Eunhwa, Rapi and Emma ^^ and here's a little story for this Piece, and Enjoy!

Balloons of the Ark

The whirring sound of a Nikke engine echoed faintly as Rapi, Emma, and Eunhwa stepped cautiously into the darkened warehouse. Vesti remained behind near the large metal door, gripping her weapon tightly and scanning the dim surroundings. Her nervousness was evident, her voice cracking slightly as she called after them, “I-I’ll stay here and keep watch! Y-you know, just in case any Raptures show up…”

Eunhwa turned her head slightly and gave her a curt nod. “Understood. Keep your comms open. If anything moves, report immediately.”

Vesti nodded rapidly, her fear barely contained. “Y-yeah, I got it! Totally fine out here! Super safe!”

The trio pressed further into the warehouse, their boots crunching against the dusty floor. The dim lighting flickered occasionally, casting eerie shadows along the towering shelves and crates.

Emma’s warm voice broke the silence as she held a flashlight steady, scanning the area. “This place feels… abandoned. Hopefully, we’ll find something useful for the Ark. Maybe food or medical supplies?”

Rapi, always tactical, adjusted the grip on her weapon and walked cautiously ahead. “Unlikely. This area has been off-limits for years. But we need to check every corner. Supplies are running thin.”

Eunhwa remained silent, her sharp eyes darting from shelf to shelf, every movement measured and calculated. She signaled for the group to move deeper into the warehouse.

After several minutes of searching through empty crates and long-forgotten boxes, the trio reached the farthest section of the warehouse. A faint, metallic hiss broke the silence.

“What’s that sound?” Emma asked, her brow furrowing as she approached a series of large, rusted canisters lined up against the wall.

Rapi stepped closer, wiping the dust off the labels. Her eyes narrowed as she read the faded words. “Helium tanks,” she muttered, glancing at the dozens of canisters surrounding them. “Nearly a hundred of them, at least.”

Emma tilted her head, a small smile creeping onto her lips. “Helium? Well, that’s… something, I suppose. It’s not exactly what we were hoping for, though.”

Eunhwa folded her arms, her tone calm but slightly sharp. “This is a waste of time. Helium won’t sustain the Ark.”

Suddenly, a loud clank from behind made them all turn their heads sharply. The flickering light reflected off the rows of helium tanks, casting long shadows that danced across the walls.

Emma chuckled nervously. “I-It’s just the tanks settling, right? No Raptures here, right?”

Rapi didn’t lower her weapon, her eyes scanning the area with laser focus. “Vesti, status report. Is everything clear outside?”

The comm crackled as Vesti’s shaky voice responded, “Still clear! N-not a Rapture in sight! B-but hurry up, okay? This place gives me the creeps!”

The trio exchanged glances. Eunhwa sighed, gesturing toward the tanks. “We’ll document what we’ve found and move on. Let’s not waste any more time here.”

Emma hesitated, her kind nature causing her to linger near the tanks. “It’s strange, though… why would there be so many helium tanks stored here? Who could’ve possibly needed this much?”

The question hung in the air, unanswered, as the trio prepared to move back toward the entrance.

Eunhwa crossed her arms tightly, her sharp eyes scanning the dimly lit rows of helium tanks. Her annoyance was palpable as she muttered, “A complete waste of time. We should’ve searched somewhere more promising.”

Emma, ever the peacekeeper, stepped closer to Eunhwa with her trademark warm smile. “Now, now, Eunhwa. Let’s not be too hasty. At least we’ve ruled this area out. That’s progress, right?”

Eunhwa’s glare softened slightly but remained sharp. “Progress doesn’t keep people alive, Emma. We need food, water, medicine. Not… helium.” She gestured toward the rows of tanks, her frustration barely concealed.

Rapi, who had been standing slightly apart, suddenly stiffened. Her sharp instincts picked up a faint sound—footsteps, soft and deliberate, echoing faintly through the warehouse. She tightened her grip on her rifle and turned sharply, her eyes scanning the shadows.

“Footsteps,” she said curtly, raising her weapon.

Both Emma and Eunhwa froze, their eyes darting toward Rapi.

“Footsteps? From where?” Eunhwa asked, her tone sharp and low.

Rapi didn’t answer immediately. She took a cautious step forward, her rifle aimed steadily. “Behind us,” she whispered, her voice cold and focused.

The trio turned their heads, tension thick in the air, but the space behind them was empty. The faint flickering lights revealed nothing but rows of helium tanks and an eerie stillness.

“Rapi,” Emma began softly, her voice tinged with concern, “are we being followed?”

Rapi’s eyes narrowed. “I’m not sure. Stay alert—”

Before she could finish, a series of glowing blue portals materialized in the air around them. The sound of crackling energy filled the warehouse, and before the trio could react, chains shot out from the portals with blinding speed.

Eunhwa grunted in surprise as the cold, metallic chains wrapped around her wrists and ankles, pinning her in place. Emma gasped as her arms were yanked behind her, the chains binding her gently but firmly. Rapi struggled, her rifle clattering to the floor as the chains secured her arms and legs, rendering her immobile.

“What the—!” Eunhwa growled, struggling against the bindings. “Who’s behind this? Show yourself!”

Emma squirmed slightly, her voice calm but laced with unease. “Rapi… Eunhwa… do you see anyone?”

The trio’s eyes darted around the room, searching for the source of the attack. The faint sound of footsteps echoed once again, growing louder this time.

From the shadows emerged Lucina, her figure partially illuminated by the flickering light. She looked slightly plumper than usual, her cheeks a bit fuller, and in her hand, she held a delicate plate with a half-eaten slice of cake. Her movements were slow and deliberate as she took another bite, savoring it.

The trio’s eyes locked onto her, their expressions serious.

Rapi’s tone was cold and sharp. “Who are you? What do you want?”

Lucina raised an eyebrow at the question, swallowing her bite of cake before smirking. She wiped a crumb from the corner of her lips, her demeanor calm and confident. “Well, well… looks like I caught some uninvited guests snooping around.”

Eunhwa’s voice was low and threatening. “If you know what’s good for you, you’ll release us. Now.”

Lucina chuckled softly, placing the plate on a nearby crate. “Oh, I don’t think so. You’re exactly where you need to be. Evelyn said you might come, after all.”

At the mention of Evelyn’s name, the trio’s expressions darkened further, their resolve hardening even as the chains held them firmly.

Lucina dusted her hands off and grinned. “Now then, why don’t we make this a little more… fun?”

Lucina sauntered forward, her steps deliberate, the sound of her boots echoing against the walls of the dim warehouse. Her demeanor exuded playful mischief as she approached the captured Nikkes, each of whom eyed her warily.

One of them, Eunhwa, couldn’t resist letting her frustration boil over. She glared at Lucina and huffed, “You’ve been indulging a bit too much, haven’t you? That cake clearly isn’t doing you any favors.”

Lucina paused mid-step, her lips curling into a sly grin. She laughed, the sound surprisingly warm but laced with a tinge of menace. Without warning, she closed the distance between herself and Eunhwa, bumping her soft, slightly rounded belly against Eunhwa’s toned midsection. The unexpected move left Eunhwa momentarily stunned, her cheeks tinged pink from both annoyance and embarrassment.

“You think so?” Lucina teased, leaning in closer until her face was mere inches from Eunhwa’s. “Well, let me tell you a secret—this belly’s going to be the least of your concerns soon.” She let her cheek nuzzle against Eunhwa’s for a moment before pulling back with a satisfied smirk.

Before Eunhwa could muster a retort, Lucina turned her attention to Emma. Her hands darted out, cupping Emma’s ample chest with an exaggerated motion that made the poor medic gasp in surprise. “Hmm…” Lucina mused aloud, tilting her head as if she were appraising a rare artifact. “Nice and soft. I wonder how much bigger these can get.”

Emma’s face turned beet red, her lips trembling as she stammered, “W-what are you doing?!”

Lucina didn’t bother to answer, instead moving toward Rapi, whose expression was a mix of disbelief and indignation. “And you…” Lucina said, giving Rapi a once-over before playfully squeezing her chest, though Rapi tried to pull away. “Hmm, firm but plenty of potential.”

Rapi’s glare could’ve melted steel. “You’re going to regret this,” she said coldly, her voice steady despite the compromising situation.

Lucina ignored the warning, stepping back and spreading her arms dramatically. “Oh, I almost forgot! We can’t start the fun without proper attire.” She snapped her fingers, summoning a glowing portal from which neatly folded outfits emerged, floating through the air before landing on each Nikke. The portal closed with a soft whoosh, and within seconds, the Nikkes found themselves dressed in completely new attire.

Eunhwa looked down in shock at her outfit—a striking black ensemble with intricate red accents that accentuated her curves and lent her an air of elegance mixed with combat readiness. She gritted her teeth. “What the hell is this?!”

Emma gasped as she realized she was now wearing her office attire, the fitted skirt hugging her hips and the white blouse emphasizing her natural assets. “Why… why this outfit?” she murmured, her hands instinctively moving to cover herself.

Rapi’s hands clenched into fists as she glanced down at her swimsuit, its snug fit leaving little to the imagination. The sleek design was meant for beach missions, but in this context, it made her feel completely exposed. “You’ve got to be kidding me,” she muttered under her breath, her composure slipping just slightly.

Lucina clapped her hands together, clearly pleased with her handiwork. “Now, doesn’t that look better? Much more… festive.” She began pacing around them, her grin widening as she took in their discomfort. “You’re probably wondering what all this is for, aren’t you?”

Eunhwa, ever defiant, scoffed. “Let me guess—another one of your lame excuses for whatever this madness is?”

Lucina’s grin turned devilish. “Oh, it’s not an excuse. It’s a celebration! You three are going to be my prized parade blimps for the Thanksgiving festivities. Doesn’t that sound delightful?”

Eunhwa laughed dryly, her tone dripping with sarcasm. “Yeah, right. Like I’m going to believe that nonsense.”

Lucina’s smile didn’t waver. In one swift motion, she pulled a hose from her side and shoved it into Eunhwa’s mouth, cutting off her retort. The sharp motion made Eunhwa’s eyes widen as she struggled against her restraints, but the hose was firmly in place.

Emma, watching in horror, pleaded, “Please, don’t hurt us! We—” Her sentence was abruptly cut short as Lucina shoved another hose into her mouth, the medic’s words replaced with muffled protests.

Rapi’s defiance remained, though her eyes betrayed a hint of concern as Lucina approached her. “You won’t get away with this,” Rapi growled.

“Oh, I think I will,” Lucina replied, her tone light and teasing. She pried Rapi’s mouth open despite the Nikke’s resistance and inserted the final hose, ensuring it was secure. Rapi’s glare remained fixed on Lucina, though her muffled growls lost some of their edge.

Lucina stepped back to admire her work, her hands on her hips. “There we go! Perfect. Now, let’s get this show on the road.” She chuckled softly, her eyes gleaming with anticipation as she glanced at the trio, their muffled protests filling the air.

Lucina stepped back to admire the restrained Nikkes, her fingers delicately tracing her chin in thought. “Alright, ladies,” she began with a mischievous grin, her gaze locking onto Eunhwa first. “Since you were so kind to help me find these helium tanks, it’s only fair we put them to good use, right?”

Eunhwa’s muffled protests intensified as Lucina sauntered over, crouching to meet her gaze. Gripping Eunhwa’s soft cheeks between her fingers, Lucina squished them together like a fish’s mouth, her playful tone carrying a tinge of mockery. “Aw, don’t pout. I promise you’ll look absolutely adorable once we’re done here.” The sound of her gloves squeaking against Eunhwa’s skin only added to the tension.

Lucina straightened, snapping her fingers as a soft glow emerged from a nearby portal. Out waddled a plush, inflatable teddy bear, its shiny, balloon-like surface reflecting the dim light of the warehouse. The bear carried a tray with another slice of Evelyn’s decadent cake, presenting it to Lucina with a bow. “Oh, you spoil me,” Lucina chuckled, taking the plate.

The bear, however, seemed captivated by Eunhwa’s distinctive black-and-red jacket. Its glossy eyes sparkled as it tilted its head curiously. Lucina caught the look and smirked. “You like that, huh?” She reached out, pulling at the edges of Eunhwa’s jacket. “Well, I suppose you can have it. Eunhwa won’t need this where she’s going.”

Eunhwa’s cheeks flushed crimson as her jacket was slipped off, leaving her in her thin shorts and top. The bear eagerly snatched the jacket and draped it over its round form, puffing up its chest proudly as if wearing a prized trophy. Lucina turned her attention back to Eunhwa, her eyes glinting with curiosity. “Speaking of your outfit, what’s with these shorts? They’re practically another layer of underwear!”

She tugged at the waistband of Eunhwa’s shorts, snapping it back against her hips with a sharp thwack. Eunhwa squirmed, her face a deep shade of red as she glared at Lucina, her muffled protests accompanied by an embarrassed whimper. “Mmmmph!!”

Lucina let out a laugh before reaching for the valve connected to Eunhwa’s hose. “Let’s see how you handle a little lift-off, shall we?”

A soft hiss filled the air as the helium began to flow. Eunhwa’s cheeks puffed out almost instantly, rounding into soft, plump spheres that made her muffled protests sound more like squeaky groans. “Mmmmppphhh!!”

The helium worked its way downward, swelling her chest as her modest curves expanded into fuller, rounder shapes. The fabric of her top stretched tightly, creaking softly under the pressure. Her belly began to rise, rounding out smoothly as if she had swallowed a beach ball. Each hiss of helium was accompanied by the subtle creak of her taut skin and clothes.

Lucina knelt beside her, giving Eunhwa’s inflated belly a gentle poke. “Look at you! You’re like a perfect little balloon. I knew you’d wear it well.”

As Eunhwa’s thighs thickened and her hips widened, her shorts strained against the growing volume. Her rear ballooned outward, rounding into a soft, plush shape that seemed to defy gravity. The creaking grew louder as her entire figure swelled, her legs losing definition as they thickened into rounded columns.

Next, Lucina moved to Rapi, whose muffled growl was filled with resistance. “Oh, don’t give me that look,” Lucina teased, twisting the valve to start the flow. “You’re going to look stunning, trust me.”

Rapi’s cheeks puffed out slower than Eunhwa’s but quickly reached an adorably round shape, her narrowed eyes glaring at Lucina. “Mmmmfff!!”

Her swimsuit, designed for flexibility, stretched gracefully as her chest expanded. Her breasts grew fuller, pressing tightly against the fabric as the straps dug slightly into her shoulders. Lucina gave a whistle of approval. “See? The swimsuit was a good choice. It’s really showing off your… assets.”

Rapi’s toned belly began to swell, the defined lines of her abs vanishing beneath the smooth, taut surface. Her rear followed suit, rounding out with a firm yet plush appearance that made her thighs swell in harmony. The soft hiss of helium was punctuated by the occasional pop of overstretched seams.

Finally, Lucina turned to Emma, whose wide, pleading eyes were filled with concern. “Don’t worry, sweetie,” Lucina cooed. “I’ll make sure you’re the prettiest one of the bunch.”

Emma’s inflation began with her cheeks, which puffed up into round, cherubic shapes that complemented her kind eyes. Her blouse strained as her chest grew larger, each button fighting to stay in place. “Mmmmphhh…” Emma’s muffled voice carried a mix of embarrassment and resignation.

Her belly expanded next, giving her a soft, motherly appearance that suited her gentle demeanor. The tight skirt she wore rode up as her hips widened, revealing more of her thighs, which thickened into soft, rounded shapes. Lucina couldn’t help but give her belly a playful pat, eliciting a muffled squeak from Emma. “You’re just too cute!”

The trio, now partially inflated, began to rise slightly off the ground, their legs wobbling as they struggled to maintain balance. Faint creaks and hisses filled the warehouse as Lucina stepped back, admiring her work with a satisfied smile.

“What do you think, girls?” she teased. “Ready to join my parade?”

Lucina, with a smug grin and a cake crumb still on her lips, raised her hand to summon another glowing portal. As the swirling light expanded, she tugged on the ropes tethered to Eunhwa, Emma, and Rapi, pulling them effortlessly toward it. The Nikkes could only let out muffled protests as they were dragged through.

On the other side of the portal, the trio’s widened eyes were met with an astonishing sight: Fuwawa, Lui, and Mococo, already fully blimped and floating gently in place, tethered by strings held by Evelyn’s inflatable teddy bear minions. Fuwawa’s and Mococo’s massive figures swayed slightly, their rounded forms accentuated by their puffed cheeks and stretched outfits, while Lui, with her hourglass shape, looked equally captivating as she hovered gracefully. The soft creaks and occasional hiss of helium punctuated the room.

Eunhwa furrowed her brow, her puffed cheeks shaking slightly as she tried to speak. “Mmmphh! (Who are they?!)”

Emma’s eyes filled with concern, her muffled voice carrying a softer tone. “Mmmphh... (Where are we?!)”

Rapi’s gaze shifted between the floating Hololive trio and Lucina, her expression a mixture of confusion and annoyance. “Mmmphhh! (What’s going on?!)”

Lucina, meanwhile, paid no mind to their questions, her attention briefly captured by Evelyn, who appeared from the shadows. The tall, motherly figure approached, carrying yet another decadent cake, her warm smile never wavering.

“I’ve got Fuwawa, Lui, and Mococo prepped and ready as planned,” Evelyn reported, placing the cake down on a nearby table. “And here’s another treat for you, Lucina.”

Lucina’s face lit up with glee as she eyed the cake. “Oh, Evelyn, you really know how to spoil me.” She didn’t hesitate, grabbing a fork and diving into the dessert with relish. The sweet indulgence only added to her already plump figure, her rounded belly pressing slightly against her outfit as she finished the last bite.

“I’ll be there to check on them soon,” Lucina said with a satisfied sigh, patting her now slightly fuller stomach. “But first…”

Lucina turned her attention back to the inflated Nikkes, her mischievous grin returning. She approached Eunhwa first, placing a hand on her rounded hip and leaning in close. “You know,” she began, her tone mockingly sweet, “you shouldn’t call someone fat when you’re about to become a parade blimp yourself.”

With that, she delivered a playful slap to Eunhwa’s inflated butt, the smack echoing in the room. Eunhwa’s cheeks burned bright red as she let out a muffled yelp, her puffed cheeks shaking with the vibration. “Mmmphhh!! (How dare you!)”

“Oh, don’t be so dramatic,” Lucina teased, giving Eunhwa’s hip a squeeze before moving on.

Next, she turned to Emma, whose motherly figure seemed to radiate warmth even in her inflated state. Lucina wrapped her arms around Emma’s swollen form, burying her face into the soft, pillowy curve of her chest. “You’re just so cuddly,” she cooed, her hands kneading Emma’s inflated breasts gently. “Such a motherly, sisterly vibe you give off. It’s absolutely precious.”

Emma’s cheeks turned pink as she tried to maintain composure, letting out a soft, muffled whimper. “Mmmphhh… (Please… stop…)”

Finally, Lucina approached Rapi, who glared at her with narrowed eyes despite her puffed-up cheeks. Lucina knelt down, placing her hands on Rapi’s round, swollen belly and giving it a slow, circular rub. “And you,” she said with a smirk, pressing a kiss to Rapi’s smooth stomach, “you’re going to be my absolute favorite.”

Rapi squirmed, her muffled protests carrying a sharp edge. “Mmmphhh! (Get off me!)”

Lucina laughed, standing back up and placing her hands on her hips. “You three are going to make the most fabulous blimps. I can’t wait to show you off.”

With her teasing complete, Lucina glanced back at Evelyn, who gestured toward another glowing portal. “Shall we check on Fuwawa, Lui, and Mococo now?” Evelyn asked with a knowing smile.

Lucina nodded, her grin widening as she led the way. “Oh, absolutely. Let’s see how my next masterpiece is shaping up.”

Lucina clapped her hands, signaling her inflatable teddy bears to approach the Nikke trio. The bears waddled closer, their little paws grasping the hoses connected to the girls’ mouths. With a synchronized tug, the hoses were pulled free, producing a wet pop followed by the sound of dripping liquid.

Eunhwa winced, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment as she watched one of the bears hold up the glistening hose. Lucina, ever the mischievous one, grabbed it with a smirk, inspecting the saliva-coated nozzle. “My, my, look at this,” she teased, twirling the hose playfully in her hand. “Such dedication from my prized blimps. You’ve left quite the mark, haven’t you?”

Eunhwa narrowed her eyes, her face red as she hissed, “I swear, if you don’t—”

“Ah, ah, ah,” Lucina interrupted, placing a finger on Eunhwa’s puffed cheek. “No backtalk from my precious parade stars. Now, let’s get you out there to greet your adoring fans.”

As the Nikkes were guided out into the open streets, the cityscape greeted them with a roaring crowd. Humans lined the sidewalks and rooftops, cheering and waving as the enormous, inflated figures of Emma, Eunhwa, and Rapi floated gracefully above the streets. The bright, colorful decorations and balloons filled the air with a festive energy, and the girls were the stars of the show.

Emma closed her eyes, a serene smile gracing her face despite her puffed cheeks. She took in the cheers and applause, her heart warmed by the sight of people celebrating together without the shadow of raptures looming over them. “It’s… nice,” she murmured softly through the comms, her voice carrying a gentle, sisterly tone. “To see everyone so happy.”

Rapi, meanwhile, tried to shrink into herself, her shy nature making her feel exposed under the gazes of so many people. Yet, a small part of her couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief and joy. “At least there are no raptures,” she said quietly, her blush deepening as she caught sight of a group of children waving enthusiastically at her. “This… isn’t so bad.”

Eunhwa, however, was less than thrilled. Her brows furrowed as she heard murmurs and cheers from the crowd, particularly from a group of perverted onlookers.

“Look at that one’s butt! It’s massive! Her shorts look like a thong!”

Eunhwa’s face turned beet red, her inflated body jiggling slightly as she struggled against the strings holding her in place. “Those idiots!” she snapped through the comms. “Why is everyone staring at my butt?! And why do I have the smallest chest here?! This is humiliating!”

“Don’t worry, Eunhwa,” Emma said gently, trying to console her. “You’re still shining in your own way.”

“Shining?! I’d rather—”

“Calm down, Eunhwa,” Rapi interrupted, her tone firm yet amused. “You’re going to draw more attention with your yelling.”

At the front of the parade, one of Lucina’s inflatable teddy bears, proudly wearing Eunhwa’s red jacket, marched with a confident strut. In its paw, it held a glowing red light stick, waving it back and forth to guide the procession. The sight of the bear wearing her jacket made Eunhwa even angrier. “That bear… is mocking me!” she huffed, her puffed cheeks wobbling as she tried to shake her head.

Lucina’s voice crackled through the comms, filled with amusement. “Oh, come on, Eunhwa. Doesn’t it look adorable in your jacket? You should be flattered.”

Eunhwa growled, but before she could retort, the massive TV screens scattered throughout the city lit up, displaying live footage of the parade. The screens focused on the trio, showing close-ups of their puffed faces, inflated figures, and every little jiggle as they floated down the street.

Emma’s serene smile faltered as she saw her own face on the screens, her cheeks puffed out like marshmallows. “Oh dear,” she murmured, her blush deepening. “I didn’t realize we’d be so… prominently displayed.”

Rapi’s eyes widened as the cameras zoomed in on her belly and thighs, showcasing every curve. “This is mortifying,” she muttered, her voice tinged with embarrassment. “Do they really need to show us like this?”

Eunhwa, however, was practically fuming. “I swear, if they zoom in on my butt one more time—” Her words were cut off by a loud cheer from the crowd as the cameras did exactly that, focusing on her backside with perfect comedic timing.

“Eunhwa,” Emma said gently, trying to stifle a laugh. “You’re doing great.”

“I hate all of this!” Eunhwa retorted, her voice muffled but still carrying her frustration.

Despite their embarrassment, the girls couldn’t help but feel a strange mix of emotions as the parade continued—humiliation, warmth, and even a touch of pride at being the center of such an extravagant event.

As the trio of inflated Nikkes floated down the city streets, the massive TV screens scattered throughout the city continued to showcase their larger-than-life forms, capturing every detail for the world to see. The cameras zoomed in, presenting each girl in all their inflated glory.

Eunhwa, already fuming, found herself staring at her reflection on the screens. Her eyes widened as she took in the exaggerated proportions of her pear-shaped body. Her shorts, already thin, now clung tightly to her massively inflated hips, barely covering anything. They looked more like a second pair of underwear, with her actual panties pulled so taut that they resembled a thong. Her breasts, though large, seemed smaller in comparison to the sheer size of her butt, which looked like two enormous hot air balloons wobbling with every slight movement.

“What… what is this?!” Eunhwa stammered, her puffed cheeks quivering as her face turned red with embarrassment. “My shorts… my butt… why does it look like this?!”

On the comms, Rapi tried to console her but couldn’t suppress a small laugh. “Well, at least your breasts are still… proportionate,” she said, her voice tinged with awkward humor.

“Proportionate?!” Eunhwa snapped. “They’re the size of weather balloons! And my butt—” She was cut off by the sound of some perverted onlookers cheering and whistling, calling out things like, “Look at that peach!” and “Her shorts can’t handle it!”

Rapi, meanwhile, was trying to come to terms with her own reflection. The cameras zoomed in on her enormous, blimp-like belly, which was easily the most prominent feature of her inflated body. It bulged outward, making her look like a fully functional dirigible ready to carry passengers beneath her. Her breasts and butt were evenly inflated, but their sheer size still outclassed Eunhwa’s, much to the latter’s annoyance.

“I look like… like an actual blimp,” Rapi murmured, her voice quiet but filled with disbelief. “I could probably lift people off the ground with this.”

“Why do your boobs have to be bigger than mine?” Eunhwa grumbled, glaring at Rapi through the corner of her eye. “This is unfair!”

Emma, on the other hand, was handling the situation with far more grace—at least outwardly. The screens showed her hourglass-shaped figure in stunning detail, her breasts and butt inflated to sizes that rivaled two full-sized blimps each. She blushed deeply, her cheeks puffed out and red, but she couldn’t help the small, shy smile that crept onto her face.

“Well,” Emma said softly, her voice soothing despite the awkwardness, “at least people seem to be enjoying themselves. If this brings some happiness to the world, then… I suppose it’s worth it.”

“Enjoying themselves?!” Eunhwa shot back. “They’re gawking at us like we’re… we’re…” She trailed off as she caught sight of another screen showing a close-up of her backside. Her blush deepened as she heard more catcalls from the crowd. “This is the worst.”

The trio’s enormous forms nearly filled the width of the street, their inflated bodies jostling slightly as the teddy bears holding their ropes tried to keep them steady. Each girl floated at around 20 feet tall, their massive proportions casting long shadows over the cheering crowds. To avoid colliding with each other, the bears lined them up in a single file, though their sheer size made it impossible for them not to draw every gaze in the area.

The cameras zoomed in on their faces, broadcasting their flustered expressions to the massive TV screens. Emma, her serene smile still intact, looked down at the cheering crowds and gave a soft nod, grateful for the support.

Rapi, though shy, managed a small wave, her blush deepening as she noticed some of the younger audience members pointing and laughing at how she looked like a real blimp.

Eunhwa, meanwhile, glared at the screens, her fists clenching as much as her inflated arms would allow. “They’re laughing at us,” she muttered, her voice trembling with both anger and embarrassment. “Why does it have to be us?!”

“They’re not laughing,” Emma said gently, trying to calm her. “They’re… admiring us.”

“They’re admiring your blimps-sized chest,” Eunhwa grumbled. “And my butt!” Her face turned even redder as she heard another group of onlookers shout, “Look at that booty! It’s a work of art!”

The trio’s faces were plastered across the city’s screens, and the comments from the crowd ranged from admiration to playful teasing.

“She’s so elegant,” one woman said, pointing at Emma. “She looks like a goddess.”

“Is that a real Nikke?” a dude asked, staring wide-eyed at Rapi. “She looks like a giant balloon!”

“And that one’s shorts!” another man laughed, pointing at Eunhwa. “They don’t even look like shorts anymore!”

The girls could hear everything through their comms, and while Emma tried to take it in stride, Rapi and Eunhwa were less successful.

“This is mortifying,” Rapi murmured, her voice barely audible.

Eunhwa, on the other hand, was fuming. “If I hear one more comment about my butt, I’m going to—”

“Calm down, Eunhwa,” Emma said, her gentle tone doing little to ease the fiery redhead’s embarrassment. “We’ll get through this.”

While the teddy bears guiding the parade held tightly to their ropes, the sheer size and weight of the inflated Nikkes proved challenging. As the crowd cheered and the parade rolled on, one of the bears holding Emma’s string stumbled over a stray balloon, its tiny legs flailing as it tried to regain balance. The sudden jerk caused Emma’s massive blimp-like form to sway precariously before bumping directly into Rapi’s inflated belly.

BUMP!

The sound of their inflated bodies colliding was loud and comical, accompanied by a symphony of creaking noises as their taut ballooned forms compressed momentarily against each other. The unexpected collision sent the girls into a flurry of muffled panic.

“Mmmphhh! Watch it!” Emma moaned, her puffed-up cheeks wobbling as her massive body jiggled in response to the impact.

Rapi’s wide eyes darted to Emma, her face flushing deeply as her belly rippled from the collision. “Hnnnnmphhh! What the—?!”

Eunhwa, caught up in the chaos and already annoyed by the parade, was the loudest. “Mmmppphhh! Are you kidding me?!” she growled, her fiery glare directed at her teammates as her enormous rear swayed dangerously close to the edge of the parade route.

The teddy bears scrambled to regain control, tugging frantically at their strings to stabilize the three floating girls. Despite their efforts, the momentum caused Emma to bounce once more into Rapi, who in turn nudged into Eunhwa. The cycle of bumps and creaks continued, much to the crowd’s delight.

The city’s giant TV screens captured everything in vivid detail, from the puffed-up faces of the Nikkes to the exaggerated bounce of their ballooned figures. Slow-motion replays showcased the wobbling collision, with Emma’s shy blush, Rapi’s flustered grimace, and Eunhwa’s furious pout stealing the show.

The streets erupted into laughter and applause as spectators pointed and cheered at the sight of the giant, bouncing Nikkes.

“Did you see that? They’re like giant beach balls!” one onlooker exclaimed, tears of laughter streaming down their face.

“That sound—like balloons rubbing together! This is gold!” another shouted, mimicking the creaking noise to the amusement of those around.

 Adults jokingly debated whose "blimp" was the most majestic. The TV screens further amplified the hilarity, zooming in on each Nikke’s flustered expression as they floated helplessly in their bloated states.

Just as things began to settle, the strings securing Eunhwa’s legs snapped under the strain of her immense figure. The sudden release caused her lower half to jolt upward, leaving the bears holding only the strings tied to her arms. This shift made her enormous rear become the main focus of her float, swaying and bobbing with each tug from the frantic teddy bears.

“Mmmppphhh! Oh, come on!” Eunhwa shouted, her face burning bright red as the TV screens zoomed in on her exaggerated pear-shaped figure. Her breasts, inflated to the size of weather balloons, jiggled with each movement, while her massive butt, now untethered, wobbled like two oversized hot air balloons.

The audience roared with laughter, some playfully shouting, “Look at that booty!” and “Best float in the parade!”

Rapi, unable to contain her flustered reaction, mumbled, “Mmmphhh... This is so embarrassing.” Her belly, inflated to the largest size among the trio, resembled a fully functioning blimp. Though her breast and butt sizes were slightly smaller than Emma’s, they still outclassed Eunhwa’s, which only added to Eunhwa’s irritation.

Emma, on the other hand, tried to keep her composure despite her shy demeanor. Her hourglass figure, with breasts and hips rivaling two combined blimps, floated gracefully. “Mmmphhh... At least they’re happy,” she muttered with a bashful smile, her eyes darting away from the screens showing her massive, inflated form.

As the parade continued, the teddy bears worked tirelessly to secure Eunhwa’s strings, all while the crowd enjoyed the spectacle of the bouncing, blimp-like Nikkes. When Eunhwa bumped into Emma again, the loud creak and synchronized moans from the girls drew another wave of cheers and laughter.

Though embarrassed, the trio couldn’t help but feel a strange sense of pride amidst the hilarity. Hearing the joyous reactions from the crowd brought an odd comfort, even to Eunhwa, who begrudgingly admitted, “Mmmphhh... Well, at least they’re happy... but I still hate this!”

The parade carried on with the Nikkes wobbling and swaying above the streets, their puffed-up cheeks and massive forms now a beloved highlight of the city’s festivities.

As the parade concluded and the streets emptied, Evelyn stood beside Lucina, watching the trio of inflated Nikkes tethered safely to their spots. The bear handlers ensured the ropes were secure, gently nudging the blimps into position for their rest. Evelyn turned to Lucina with her ever-motherly smile.

“They’ll be taken care of,” Evelyn assured her, patting Lucina’s slightly plump shoulder. “Once the parade is over, they’ll have time to... settle in. You’ll have your prized blimps for a little while longer.”

Lucina nodded, finishing the last bite of another cake that Evelyn had thoughtfully brought for her. She glanced back at the trio, their muffled whimpers and soft moans filling the quieting space. Even in their embarrassed and inflated state, the girls retained their elegance, a testament to their resilience.

“Mmmphhh… Just you wait,” Eunhwa muttered, her puffed cheeks barely allowing her words to escape. “When we’re free—mmphhh—you’ll pay for this!”

Rapi sighed softly, though her blushing face betrayed her shyness. “Mmmphhh… This is… humiliating.”

Emma, trying her best to stay composed, whispered, “Mmmphhh… At least… they seem happy…” Her voice carried a strange mix of embarrassment and reluctant acceptance.

Lucina chuckled, walking up to the trio and giving each a gentle pat. “Oh, don’t be so dramatic,” she teased, her eyes sparkling mischievously. “You’re the stars of the show! Besides, you’ll be safe and sound here for a little longer.”

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