The slowly, diminishing Tree

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Hey folks! I'm not dead! I started a new job so that has taken away some writing time that I normally have. Looking to post a new Sweetgum & Ash chapter pretty soon but I figure I throw up a new one-shot while I'm here.

The slowly, diminishing Tree

It was Friday evening and Theresa “Tree” Ziobrowski’s apartment always smelled like burnt vanilla and ambition. At six-foot-three and 28 years of age, she’d gotten used to brushing dust off doorframes with her hair and listening to strangers blurt out, “Whoa, do you play basketball?” as if it was the world’s most original joke.

But tonight, Tree had a date with someone she actually liked—someone with red hair and the kind of hazel eyes that turned otherwise articulate women into stuttering messes. The only problem? Her date, Gina Hopkins, was five-foot-nine. Tree wanted just once to know what it felt like not to tower over someone or have them rest their chin on her shoulder for a change.

Today, that’s where alchemy came in.

On her kitchen table, among empty Red Bull cans and a suspiciously sticky copy of Advanced Potioncraft, sat her pride and joy: a bottle of golden, shimmery liquid. Months of research failed batches (one of which had turned her eyebrows blue for a week), and late-night Discord calls with the Alchemy 4 Lesbians group had finally paid off.

Theresa triple-checked the label: “Shrink Me (But Not Too Much), Batch #7.” She grinned. This was it. One shot, one opportunity, as Eminem might say, if he were into potion brewing and low-key sapphic panic.

As she fished for her lip balm, her phone vibrated. UBER ARRIVAL: 2 MINUTES

“Oh, shit!” she breathed, glancing between her phone and the potion. No time for a test sip or a safety chant. She grabbed the bottle, unscrewed the cap, and—ignoring the way it fizzed like a hyperactive soda—chugged it in one determined gulp. The taste was weirdly spicy and a little like gingerbread gone wrong.

Almost instantly, her bones tingled. The room lurched. Her legs trembled, knees knocking together, as her jeans sagged around her waist. She was shrinking—her head moving rapidly toward the ceiling light, the world spinning a little with each inch she lost. Tree looked down, watching her favorite boots slide over her ankles, shrinking with her (thank the gods for self-adjusting spellwork). The effect was both dizzying and, weirdly, a little hot. Was this what it felt like to have your center of gravity somewhere normal?

Her phone buzzed again: Your driver, Rafael, is here! You have 5 mins before your ride is cancelled.

Theresa checked her reflection in the window. Her heart skipped. She was—holy hell—normal-sized. Well, five-nine, but after years of looking down on everyone else, it felt almost scandalous. She tugged at her shirt, now fitting just right, and grinned at herself.

“Damn, Tree.” she whispered, “you might just get lucky tonight.”

She pocketed her phone, ran her fingers through her now perfectly-mussed hair, and strutted out the door, feeling for the first time like she wasn’t too much of anything. Just right. Perfectly herself, with a little extra magic—and maybe a little leftover buzz from the potion making her cheeks glow.

As she slid into the backseat of her Uber, the driver did a double-take. “Hey, you look… different.”

Tree smirked, legs crossed, confidence radiating. “Long story. Let’s just say I’m ready for my date.”

And as the city lights blurred past, she couldn’t help but think that sometimes, the best magic was the kind you made for yourself.

The Uber rolled to a stop outside the wine bar—a cozy spot Tree had chosen for its moody lighting, velvet booths, and, more importantly, ceilings that didn’t make her feel like a circus act. She checked her phone: a text from Gina.

[I’m here! At the bar, in green. Nervous as hell.]

Tree grinned. Me too, she thought, pocketing her phone and hopping out. The night air was crisp, tinged with autumn and possibility. She caught her reflection in the window—five-nine and fabulous—and smoothed her hair, heart fluttering like mad.

Inside, the bar glowed gold and amber, laughter humming beneath the low music. At the counter, a woman in a forest-green blouse and fitted black jeans swirled a glass of wine. Even hunched over her phone, Gina radiated the kind of energy that made you want to lean closer.

Tree slid onto the stool beside her, smirking. “Excuse me, is this seat taken?”

Gina looked up, eyes wide—then softened with recognition and something deliciously warm. “Theresa! Wow, you look… you look amazing. Different, but in a good way.”

Tree laughed, trying to keep her cool even as her insides did cartwheels. “Yeah, I, uh… did something a little drastic. Figured I’d try blending in for once.”

Gina’s gaze lingered—curious, appraising, a hint mischievous. “Well, you definitely blend in just fine. Though, for the record, I liked you just the way you were.”

“Oh, don’t say that yet!” Tree teased, ordering a glass of the bar’s darkest red. “You haven’t seen how well I dance at this height. The physics are totally different.”

They laughed, bodies angling unconsciously closer. Conversation flowed: snarky jokes about awkward first dates, stories about Tree’s disastrous attempts at yoga (“Downward dog at six-three is basically animal cruelty”), and Gina’s confessions about always being the shortest in her family.

When Tree leaned in to whisper some absurd anecdote about a failed invisibility potion, she felt Gina’s hand, warm and sure, brush against hers on the bartop. The contact was electric, sending a shiver all the way down Tree’s suddenly very average-length spine.

“So..” Gina murmured, voice soft and close, “what else can you do with a little magic?”

Tree swallowed, mouth suddenly dry, cheeks flushing with the promise of a night just beginning. “Guess you’ll have to stick around and find out.”

She was just about to suggest they sneak off to a booth when she felt a strange flutter in her chest—a tickle, like bubbles threatening to escape. She tried to ignore it, focusing on Gina’s dazzling smile, but then—

Hic!

She jolted. The room seemed to lurch, just a little. Her feet barely brushed the floor now.

Gina blinked, surprised. “You alright?”

Tree covered her mouth, grinning. “Yeah, sorry. I think the wine went down the wrong way.” She forced a cough, hoping it would settle the odd feeling.

But another hiccup erupted—louder, and this time unmistakable. Hic!

Her barstool suddenly felt taller. Her boots dangled.

Gina frowned, her gaze sharpening. “Tree… did you just… get shorter?”

Tree’s cheeks flamed. “Oh shit. I think… yeah, maybe just a little.”

Gina stared, then burst out laughing—quick and wild, breaking the ice. “Is this another potion thing?”

Tree gave a sheepish grin, already feeling smaller. “I, uh, might’ve rushed the recipe. Side effects weren’t totally ruled out. Guess I’m not done shrinking.”

Hic! This time, she slid even lower on her seat, her knees almost knocking the bottom of the bar. People nearby glanced over, but Gina just scooted closer, clearly fascinated.

“How much shorter are we talking?” Gina teased, eyeing Tree up and down.

“Hopefully not, like, hobbit short.” Tree said, clutching her wineglass with hands that suddenly seemed comically large. “Unless you’re into that. No judgment.”

Gina leaned in, biting her lip, delight twinkling in her eyes. “Honestly, this is the best first date I’ve ever had. Surprise me.”

Hic! Tree’s feet dangled in the air now, and her clothes grew loose. She let out a breathless laugh, half embarrassed, half exhilarated.

“Okay, but if I end up needing a booster seat, you’re definitely carrying me home.” Tree warned, her voice a touch higher, her eyes sparkling.

Gina grinned, draping an arm around Tree’s ever-shrinking shoulders. “Deal. Just don’t disappear on me. I was really hoping to see what else that magic of yours can do.”

As another hiccup quaked through her, Theresa couldn’t help but laugh. This date was absolutely unhinged—but if Gina was still interested as she shrank her way toward five feet, maybe, just maybe, she’d found someone worth making a little magic (and a little mess) with.

The ever shrinking amazon stifled another hiccup behind her wineglass, feeling her jeans bunch up around her ankles. She glanced nervously around—more than one pair of eyes was lingering, no doubt trying to figure out if they were seeing things or if the dim bar lighting was playing tricks.

Gina, always quick on the uptake, leaned in conspiratorially. “Okay, magic amazon, let’s relocate before someone tries to order you off the kids’ menu.”

Tree giggled, slipping off her barstool—feet finally, mercifully, touching the floor, though the ground seemed a bit farther away than she remembered. “Good call. I’d rather not end up in anyone’s Instagram story as ‘weird shrinking chick at wine bar.’”

Gina’s hand found Theresa’s—steady, reassuring, fingers entwining like they’d done this a thousand times. “You’re handling this like a champ, you know. If it were me, I’d be running for the nearest cardboard box.”

Theresa shrugged, her smile softening. “Honestly, what’s the worst that could happen? I vanish? You’re cute enough to make it worth the risk.”

Gina grinned, gently tugging Tree toward a shadowy corner booth half-hidden behind velvet curtains. They slid in close, the world outside fading to a distant buzz. Here, away from curious eyes, every hiccup felt less embarrassing—almost a private joke between the two of them.

Tree caught her reflection in Gina’s wineglass—her face still unmistakably hers, just…diminished. She watched as Gina’s gaze lingered, playful and tender. “If you get much shorter, I’m going to have to start carrying you like a princess,” Gina teased, voice low.

“Careful.” Tree said, grinning, “I might hold you to that. Could get a little scandalous.”

Gina squeezed her hand, drawing circles on her palm with her thumb. “I could think of worse things than getting some attention with you.” she murmured, gaze smoldering. “But for now, let’s keep this magic just between us.”

Tree melted a little—not just from shrinking, but from the way Gina made her feel like the center of the universe, regardless of her size.

Hic!—another jolt, another inch lost. Gina just leaned closer, eyes glittering with mischief and affection, like she wouldn’t mind if the whole booth disappeared and left just the two of them floating in the dark, giggling and tangled together.

If this was the cost of a little magic, Tree decided, she was happy to pay it.

The velvet curtain shielding their booth became a makeshift fortress. It muffled the world, letting them slip deeper into their own bubble—just two girls, a bottle of wine, and a growing problem with magical side effects.

Tree shifted in her seat, feeling her legs swing above the floor now. She reached for her glass, but it felt oversized and heavy in her hand—almost comically so.

Gina tried (and failed) to stifle a giggle. “You realize if you keep shrinking, I’ll have to order you a juice box next.”

Tree snorted. “As long as it’s not apple. I draw the line at apple juice!” Hic!

With a shiver, Tree shrank again. Her shirt now hung loose, sliding down one shoulder. Gina glanced around, then quickly helped her slip out of it, folding it beside them. “It’s a good thing you’re cute, because you’re going to need new clothes every ten minutes.”

Tree, now closer to five-three, grinned up at her, emboldened by the thrill of it all. “Maybe you can help me pick something out later. You seem like you have good taste.”

Gina’s eyebrows shot up. “Oh, I plan to.” She brushed a stray hair from Tree’s face, thumb lingering at her cheek just a little longer than strictly necessary. “But first, we need to get you out of sight before you end up borrowing my jacket as a dress.”

Tree bit her lip, laughter mixing with nerves. “At this rate, you’re going to have to smuggle me out in your purse.”

“Only if you promise not to turn into a ferret or something.” Gina teased.

Hic! Tree slid lower, her body shuddering, now barely peeking over the table. Gina stifled another laugh, then scooted closer and—without warning—gathered Tree up onto her lap, tucking her protectively against her chest.

“There. Now, if anyone asks, I’m just giving my girlfriend a hug. Nothing to see here.”

Tree’s face flamed, both from the intimacy and from the word girlfriend tumbling out so easily. She looked up, their faces inches apart. “Is that what I am?”

Gina grinned, her gaze soft. “If you want to be. I’m a sucker for magical disasters, apparently.”

Tree grinned back, her heart pounding. “Deal. But you better be ready for a wild ride.”

Hic! She shrank again, pressed warm and small in Gina’s arms, laughter bubbling between them. Outside their little booth, the world kept spinning, unaware of the girl who kept shrinking smaller—and the other girl who never once let go.

Cuddled on Gina’s lap, Tree found herself blushing harder than ever before. It was the kind of closeness she’d only dared imagine: Gina’s arms secure around her waist, her breath tickling Tree’s ear, her laughter vibrating against Tree’s back. Shrinking side effect or not, she suddenly didn’t want to be anywhere else.

Gina leaned in, her voice a teasing whisper. “I gotta admit, I didn’t expect my night to end up with you in my lap. But I’m not complaining.”

Theresa snorted, then squeaked as another hiccup made her shrink just a bit more, making Gina’s arms tighten. “I’m not sure this was my plan, either.” She confessed, a little shy. “But it’s kind of nice, letting go for once. Letting someone else take care of me. I always felt like I had to be the strong one.”

Gina traced gentle circles along Tree’s arm, her touch soft and grounding. “You don’t always have to be. Especially with me.” She paused, her eyes searching Tree’s, open and unguarded. “I like seeing this side of you. The soft, slightly reckless side. The one that tries weird potions and laughs about it, even when you’re…well, fun-sized.”

Tree laughed, tucking her head beneath Gina’s chin. “I’m usually all knees and elbows and nervous jokes. Tonight I’m just…small. And I kinda like it.” She glanced up, emboldened by the safety of Gina’s embrace. “Makes it easier to let you be close. Really close.”

Gina grinned, her lips just brushing Tree’s temple. “You know, you don’t have to shrink to let me close, right?”

Tree shivered, nerves and excitement fusing in her chest. “I know. But I’m not complaining about the excuse.” She glanced at Gina’s lips, her own parting ever so slightly. “If I’m going to keep hiccuping, I might need something to distract me.”

Gina’s smile turned downright wicked. “Oh, I can think of a few distractions.” Her hand slid to Tree’s jaw, fingers tilting Tree’s face up. “But we should probably make our exit before someone asks me to check your ID.”

Tree grinned, cheeks burning. “Take me home, then?”

Gina pressed a soft, lingering kiss to Tree’s forehead, her voice thick with promise. “Gladly, magic girl. And don’t worry—I’ll keep you safe, no matter how small you get.”

They slipped from the booth together, Gina’s arm wrapped protectively around Tree, both of them giggling like co-conspirators. For once, Tree wasn’t the biggest presence in the room—but, pressed close to Gina, she felt absolutely, perfectly seen.

Navigating the crowd with Gina’s arm wrapped tightly around her, Tree felt equal parts mortified and electric. Every few steps, another hic! made her world shift—her jeans threatening to slip lower, her T-shirt now more like a dress. Gina caught her giggling, eyes wide with delight and a glint of hungry curiosity.

On the sidewalk, under the streetlights, Gina bent down so they were eye to eye. “So, you gonna tell me how tiny you might end up, or is this a surprise for both of us?”

Tree rolled her eyes, mock groaning. “Honestly? I didn’t get to the footnote about duration or minimum safe dosage. Might’ve been helpful.”

Gina grinned, slipping her hand into Tree’s, swinging it playfully between them. “Well, guess we’ll find out together. I have to admit—every time you hiccup, it’s like unwrapping a present. You get cuter and cuter.”

Tree tried to swat her, but her arm felt lighter than ever. “Are you flirting with me or just trying to distract me from the fact my shoes are basically boats now?”

“Both!” Gina shot back, lowering her voice as she drew Tree into a shadowed alcove. She stepped closer, the air between them charged, her hand finding the small of Tree’s back. “I’ve never dated a girl who could fit in my lap one minute and my jacket the next. It’s…kinda hot, if I’m honest.”

Tree blushed, but her confidence flared. “So, if I keep shrinking, do I still get a goodnight kiss? Or are you going to just tuck me into your pocket?”

Gina leaned down, breath warm on Tree’s cheek. “Oh, I’m giving you a goodnight kiss. Maybe a few. But if you end up pocket-sized, I’ll just have to get creative. Don’t think I won’t.”

Hic! Tree felt herself slip down another notch, now eye-level with Gina’s collarbones, her clothes comically oversized. Gina laughed, scooping her up without a second thought and cradling her against her chest, as if carrying a particularly adorable and mischievous bundle.

“Careful.” Tree teased, wrapping her arms around Gina’s neck. “I might get used to this. Spoil me too much, and you’ll never get rid of me.”

Gina’s eyes darkened with a mix of amusement and intent. “Oh, I don’t plan to get rid of you, Tree. The opposite, actually.”

They paused on the sidewalk, the world rushing past—just the two of them, hearts thundering, possibilities dangling in the chilly night air.

“Think you’ll shrink all the way down?” Gina whispered, lips barely an inch from Tree’s. “Should I keep an eye out for fairy wings?”

Tree’s next laugh was breathless, equal parts nervous and wanting. “Maybe. But if I do, you’d better promise to catch me.”

Gina’s answer was a kiss—soft, lingering, and full of promise. As another hiccup threatened, Tree let herself sink into the warmth of Gina’s arms, certain that however small she became, she was exactly where she wanted to be.

The city buzzed around them, headlights splashing across pavement, but Theresa and Gina walked in their own world—laughing, joking, and stealing little touches in the chill night air. Tree clung to Gina’s hand, holding on as another hic! made the world lurch and Gina’s hip seemed to rise higher by the second.

“Geez.” Tree muttered, half laughing, half mortified as she felt her waistband slip lower. “At this rate, you’re going to have to start carrying me like a toddler.”

Gina squeezed her hand, clearly delighted. “Might be my new favorite way to travel. How are you feeling, fun-sized?”

Tree shrugged, rolling with it, the city lights glinting off her eyes. “It’s not so bad. Not sure how I feel about being eye level with your—” She stopped short, feeling herself shrink again, until Gina’s belt buckle was right in her line of sight. She grinned up, wicked. “—okay, now it’s official. You’re lucky you dressed so well tonight.”

Gina smirked, winking. “You should see what’s under the jeans. But for now, let’s make sure you don’t wander into traffic, Thumbelina.”

Tree snorted, trying to maintain her dignity as she clung to Gina’s arm. She was now small enough that her clothes hung awkwardly off her frame, but Gina wrapped her jacket around Tree’s shoulders and kept her close. It was a weirdly perfect fit—warm, protective, and just a little possessive.

Another hiccup rattled through her, and Tree couldn’t help but giggle, leaning into Gina as they walked. “If you’re not careful, I’ll end up hitching a piggyback ride the rest of the way.”

“Is that a request?” Gina teased, kneeling down to let Tree climb up. Tree laughed, draping her arms around Gina’s neck, feeling the strength and steadiness in every step. The world rushed by a little faster from up here, but Gina never let go, hands warm on Theresa’s thighs.

They made their way through the neighborhood like that, the height gap growing with each hiccup until Tree’s shoes clattered to the sidewalk—finally too big to bother with. She left them behind without regret, grinning as Gina carried her up the steps to her building.

By the time they reached Tree’s door, she was definitely eye level with Gina’s crotch, face flushed with laughter, nerves, and a rush of anticipation. Gina set her down gently, brushing stray hair from Tree’s face.

“So…” Gina said, her voice low and smoky, “are you going to invite me in, or do we keep flirting out here all night?”

Tree, now standing just tall enough to tuck herself into Gina’s arms, looked up with a hungry, mischievous grin. “Only if you promise to keep catching me when I shrink.”

Gina’s answer was another kiss, deeper and more insistent, making Tree’s knees buckle in the very best way. She fumbled for her keys, hands trembling with excitement as she unlocked the door, both of them tumbling inside, laughter and promise trailing behind.

Stepping into her apartment, Theresa’s apartment was quiet, the city’s noise left at the door. Gina stepped in first, making sure no curious neighbor caught sight of the magical shrinking show. Tree padded in after, clothes bunched and oversized, jeans dragging behind like a blanket, her favorite t-shirt now nearly a nightgown. She couldn’t remember ever feeling so small—literally or figuratively.

She looked up at Gina—so tall, so steady—and for a split second the ridiculousness threatened to overwhelm her. But Gina just smiled, eyes sparkling with a mix of tenderness and heat. “Well, Miss Ziobrowski.” she said, closing the door with a gentle click, “I have to admit…this is a first for me.”

Tree smirked, pushing her sleeves up, only for them to flop back down again. “Trust me, it’s a first for me, too. I usually only get this small metaphorically—like when someone brings up JavaScript at work.”

Gina laughed, the sound low and genuine, crossing the room to kneel so she and Tree were face-to-face. “You’re really handling this, you know. Most people would be having a meltdown. But you’re just…rolling with it. You’re amazing.”

Theresa then felt suddenly, achingly vulnerable—her usual defenses lost somewhere in a pile of too-big denim. She hesitated, but then shrugged, half bashful, half bold. “Maybe it’s easier to be brave when I’ve already lost control of everything else. Or maybe you just make me feel safe, even when I’m fun-sized.”

Gina’s hand found Tree’s, warm and enveloping. “I want you to feel safe with me. And seen. No matter what size you are.”

Tree’s eyes went soft, the tension humming between them. With every hiccup, she felt herself sink a little further into Gina’s orbit, both literally and emotionally. She couldn’t help it—she giggled, the sound small and high and a little breathless. “If I keep hiccuping, I’ll probably fit inside my own purse by midnight. Hope you don’t mind having a micro-girlfriend for a bit.”

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Gina’s smile grew wicked and reassuring all at once. “I could get used to it. Means I get to pamper you—and you can be the little spoon for once. Plus, I can’t say I’m not enjoying being the tall one for a change.”

Tree stuck her tongue out, but the tension broke into shared laughter. Gina leaned in, arms open, and Tree let herself be gathered in, swallowed up by a hug that was all softness and strength. Her oversized clothes and the last vestiges of embarrassment slipped away in the warmth of Gina’s embrace.

They sat on the couch, Tree curled up in Gina’s lap, swaddled in her own clothes, the hiccups still coming but neither of them caring anymore. Gina stroked Tree’s hair, gentle and reassuring, her voice a quiet promise in the dim light. “However small you get, you’re still you. Still brilliant and importantly, still mine.”

With heart thundering, Theresa knew she was in exactly the right place—shrunken, cherished, and on the very edge of something she’d never dared want.

Tree was nestled in Gina’s lap, legs draped across Gina’s thighs, the oversized sleeves of her t-shirt falling off one shoulder like some rumpled, accidental seduction. Every hiccup made her wiggle smaller, but it only seemed to make Gina hold her tighter, hands gliding over Tree’s shrunken form with new curiosity.

Gina’s breath was warm against her ear, her tone low and teasing. “Well, look at you. Still the biggest presence in the room, even at two feet tall.”

Tree let out a bashful giggle, suddenly very aware of how easily Gina could maneuver her now. “Maybe being travel-sized has its perks…”

Gina’s hands trailed up Tree’s arms, sending a shiver racing across her skin. “You have no idea,” she whispered, lips barely brushing the edge of Tree’s jaw. “For the record, you’re completely irresistible like this.” She let her fingers tangle in Tree’s hair, tipping Tree’s face up for a slow, melting kiss.

Tree responded eagerly, threading her arms around Gina’s neck—her whole world right here, warm and hungry. Another hiccup made her jolt and shrink just a touch more, breaking the kiss with a laugh. “Sorry! Side effect…”

Gina grinned, not missing a beat. “Oh, I don’t mind at all.” She shifted, laying Tree gently back on the couch cushions, then stretched out alongside her, one arm braced protectively. Her lips followed the curve of Tree’s neck, trailing lower as her fingers explored the terrain of Tree’s hips, waist, and thighs—all easily cupped in her hands now.

Tree gasped, emboldened by her new size and the heat in Gina’s eyes. “Guess I’m finally not too tall for someone to sweep me off my feet.” she teased, squirming as Gina’s kisses left goosebumps everywhere.

Gina chuckled, voice husky. “You always belonged right here.” She tugged the t-shirt up just enough to bare Tree’s stomach, pressing her lips there, making Tree shiver all over again. “You’re so beautiful, Tree. I could hold you all night.”

Tree arched into her touch, another hiccup making her squirm even smaller—a sensation both dizzying and impossibly exciting. “Don’t let go, okay?”

“Never!” Gina breathed, lips finding Tree’s again—hungry, possessive, worshipful. She made Tree feel cherished and wild all at once, every inch and every laugh a new invitation to fall deeper.

Hands and lips explored, laughter giving way to sighs and gasps, the hiccups now just a rhythm guiding them deeper into each other. Gina was gentle and bold, discovering what Tree liked at every new scale, celebrating her, making her feel powerful and small all at once.

Wrapped up together, tangled in a pile of magical clothes and warmth, neither of them wanted the night—or the magic—to end.

With every hiccup, Tree slipped smaller against Gina’s body, the world and their tangled clothes swelling around her. Gina never missed a beat; she only seemed more enchanted, eyes shining with delight and hunger. Her hands became Tree’s world—large, warm, impossibly gentle, gliding over her waist, coaxing laughter and shivers from the shrinking woman in her arms.

Gina’s lips mapped a trail from Tree’s shoulder to her chest, her kisses alternating between featherlight and teasing, savoring every new inch as it emerged. Tree, gasping and flushed, marveled at the sensation—each touch magnified, every kiss electric as she shrank. The novelty, the vulnerability, the thrill of surrendering herself, all of it made her tremble with excitement.

Gina’s voice, low and velvet-smooth, vibrated right through Tree’s tiny body: “You’re so damn beautiful, Tree. I want to feel you, all of you, no matter how small you get.” She traced the edge of Tree’s cheek with a thumb, then—delicate, playful—ran her finger down Tree’s side, making her arch with a peal of high-pitched laughter.

Another hiccup, and Tree shrank again—now barely a foot and a half tall, her voice soft and airy. Gina simply adapted, lifting Tree with both hands and laying her on the couch’s throw pillow, propping her up with blankets like a queen on her throne. “Look at you,” Gina grinned, eyes hooded with desire. “Pocket-sized, but you still steal all the attention.”

Tree’s breath came quick, her body on fire and her mind spinning. She looked up at Gina, her own brown hair mussed, cheeks glowing, and managed a shaky, playful smirk. “You think that was all I had, huh? Was that just the prologue?”

Gina bent close, brushing her lips over Tree’s tiny ear, and whispered, “If that was the prologue, I can’t wait for the next chapter.” Her fingers were nimble and creative, teasing and caressing, making Tree gasp, writhe, and laugh in quick succession.

Gina’s touch was everywhere—reassuring, exhilarating, endlessly inventive. She found new ways to make Tree’s magic work for them both: kisses along Tree’s inner thighs, gentle hands guiding her movements, slow circles of her thumb making Tree keen and whimper, all while murmuring encouragement and promises against Tree’s neck.

Tree, dizzy with pleasure and laughter, looked up at her towering date—her wild, brilliant, slightly clumsy self utterly at home in Gina’s arms. Even as she shrank smaller, even as her hiccups slowed but didn’t quite stop, she felt more wanted and seen than she ever had in her life.

Eventually, Tree collapsed back against the pillows, breathless and glowing, her voice impossibly tiny and sweet. “So…about that next chapter?”

Gina scooped her up, holding her in both hands, gaze adoring. “Oh, we’re just getting started, little amazon. I hope you’re ready for a very long story.”

Tree giggled, hiccupped again, and let herself fall into Gina’s embrace, already dreaming up all the trouble—and pleasure—their magical night still had in store.

Gina held her in one hand now, her touch both reverent and teasing. Theresa was definitely shorter than a Barbie now, her naked body delicate, her features still unmistakably fierce and gorgeous. The hiccups kept coming, making her shiver and dwindle by degrees, but every gasp and moan from her lips told Gina she was more than along for the ride.

Gina’s thumb traced circles on Tree’s bare thigh, the sensation sending Tree’s whole body arching with a high, sweet sound. “You’re so perfect like this.” Gina murmured, lips parting in awe and hunger as she leaned down, her kisses featherlight but utterly consuming. She pressed her lips to Tree’s belly, then trailed them lower, savoring every squeak and shudder as her kisses were electricity for the doll woman.

Tree’s moans came out in high, breathless bursts, barely bigger than a whisper, but full of pleasure and disbelief. “Oh my god, Gina—” she managed, her tiny voice mixing laughter and longing, “—I don’t even know if this is real.”

Gina grinned, her eyes bright and wild. “It’s real, baby. All of it. And I want you. Every last inch.” Her fingers danced across Tree’s body, coaxing out waves of sensation, her free hand steadying Tree so she never felt anything but adored. Each hiccup brought Tree a little smaller—now the size of Gina’s palm, now even less—but nothing about Gina’s attention faded.

Their rhythm was different now—slow, tender, experimental, as Gina learned every new scale and sound. She cradled Tree close, pressing open-mouthed kisses over her chest, down her stomach, whispering soft, filthy promises that sent Tree spiraling, hiccups growing ragged with bliss.

The shrinking became part of the thrill: every new moan, every shiver, every plea was met with Gina’s endless patience and inventiveness. “How much smaller are you gonna get for me?” Gina teased, voice low and velvet, her gaze never leaving Tree’s face.

Tree’s laugh was a breathy song, shaky and full of awe. “As small as you want, apparently—just don’t stop…”

“I’m not stopping, tiny amazon,” Gina promised, and she didn’t.

She explored, adored, and worshipped her shrinking lover through every wave and size, improvising with her fingers, her mouth, her breath—delighting in Tree’s wild, unstoppable pleasure. Tree’s hiccups were a counterpoint to every gasp and moan, turning their night into a symphony of magic and want.

And when the next crescendo left Tree no taller than Gina’s outstretched fingers, Gina cradled her with awe and affection, kissing her gently and whispering, “Still with me?”

Tree, radiant and trembling, looked up, dazed and blissed-out. “That was…that was…unreal.”

Gina smiled, holding her close to her heart. “Then we’re only just beginning.”

Tree, now barely longer than Gina’s hand, found herself wrapped in a world that seemed impossibly vast and new. Every hiccup brought her smaller, until Gina’s palm became a luxurious bed, her fingers a gentle cage. Tree’s breath came in quick, excited bursts as she looked up at her towering lover—Gina’s smile fierce and inviting, hair a wild mane above, eyes dark with heat and mischief.

Gina, emboldened and thoroughly enjoying the power play, had begun to slip out of her clothes, each garment falling away in slow, teasing motion. She stood in the half-light, gloriously unselfconscious, until only her panties remained—a final barrier, a tantalizing invitation.

With a slow, deliberate motion, Gina slid her panties down her hips, letting them pool at her ankles. She knelt, bringing herself eye-level with Tree, who could only stare, heart pounding in her chest.

“Think you’re up for a new kind of magic, little amazon?” Gina’s voice was thick with longing, her smile just a touch wicked as she eased back, legs parted, making space for Tree in a way that felt both daring and sacred.

Tree’s next hiccup made her even tinier—a thrill of vulnerability rushing through her as she stood on Gina’s open palm, all of her nerves alight. She swallowed, then grinned up at the goddess before her, accepting the challenge in Gina’s gaze.

“Try and stop me!” Tree squeaked, voice a breathy dare as she steadied herself. Gina’s laughter rumbled through her body, strong and warm, a sound that made Tree feel invincible.

She moved with careful determination, sliding closer to Gina’s warmth, each step making her feel smaller, braver, more alive. Gina’s hand guided her gently, never rushing, her touch reverent and protective.

Tree’s last hiccup made her shudder, but she didn’t falter. She pressed her hands to Gina’s skin, the sensation both strange and exhilarating—soft, slick, impossibly intimate. Gina gasped, hips arching, the look in her eyes urging Tree onward.

“Show me what you can do, magic girl.” Gina murmured, her breath trembling, her body open and ready.

Tree, tiny but fearless, leaned in, her lips and hands exploring every inch, every pulse and quiver magnified by her size. Gina’s pleasure became a landscape, her moans echoing through Tree’s whole body. Every touch, every kiss, every brave experiment drew out new, exquisite reactions from both of them.

The world narrowed to heat, want, and mutual worship—Tree lost in the rhythm of Gina’s pleasure, Gina enraptured by the wild, impossible magic of her lover. It was intimate in a way neither of them could have imagined, full of laughter, gasps, and whispered encouragement.

As Gina’s body trembled around her, Tree looked up—dazzled, adored, and a little wild herself. “Still with me?” she squeaked.

Gina, breathless and radiant, ran a finger over Tree’s back, cradling her close. “Always.” she whispered, voice breaking with delight. “And I never want this magic to end.”

Tree giggled, her last hiccup echoing through both of them as the night deepened, and new possibilities unfurled—each one more thrilling and uncharted than the last.

With a second wind, Tree, now barely larger than Gina’s fingers, glanced up at the towering redhead and flashed her bravest, most mischievous grin. The world was vast, and Gina—breathless, legs parted, body flushed—looked every inch the goddess Tree had always suspected.

“Ready for a little adventure?” Tree’s voice was high and almost musical, quivering with nerves and wild excitement.

Gina, lips parted, eyes wide and shimmering, let out a shaky laugh. “I don’t even know what you’re going to do, but I want all of it. All of you.”

The tiny woman took a step closer, heart hammering as Gina’s hand guided her, slow and gentle, toward the heat between her thighs. The world was slick, soft, and impossibly inviting. Gina’s breath hitched, a tremor running through her that Tree could feel in every fiber.

Tree explored, bold and playful, letting herself be enveloped, surrounded by Gina’s warmth and pulse. Gina’s hips lifted, hands shaking as she cradled and encouraged Tree, gasping, laughing, moaning as her tiny lover made her feel things no one else ever had.

Inside Gina’s increasingly wet pussy, the world was dark and electric—every movement, every caress magnified tenfold. Tree let her hands and body become a living, moving gift, finding new ways to make Gina shudder and cry out. Gina’s pleasure was a tidal wave, overwhelming, a symphony of sound and sensation.

Gina’s voice, trembling and desperate, filled the room. “Tree—oh my god, you’re… you’re unreal. I never—” She gasped, her body clenching around Tree, her hands gripping the sheets, her laughter dissolving into cries of bliss.

For a moment, all there was in the world was the heat and heartbeat they shared—magic, love, and utter surrender.

When Gina finally collapsed back, body trembling, her fingers carefully sought out Tree, lifting her up, holding her to her chest. She pressed a kiss to her tiny lover, awestruck, delighted, a little bit overwhelmed.

Tree’s hair was mussed, her cheeks glowing, her voice just a squeaky whisper. “So, was that chapter one, or the appendix?”

Gina laughed, tears in her eyes from the sheer joy of it. “Babe, I think we just rewrote the whole damn book.”

They curled up together, small and large, magic and mortal, absolutely perfect—already dreaming of new spells, new mischief, and a thousand more nights of adventure.

Later, the chaos of their wildest adventure mellowed into a slow, delicious calm. Gina sprawled back on the bed, her long hair a messy halo, still glowing from head to toe. The room was dim and warm, city lights washing soft color across the ceiling. In one hand, Gina gently cradled Tree—her tiny, soaked, utterly spent Amazon, who now could barely span the length of Gina’s palm.

In her other hand, Gina picked up her phone. Curiosity got the best of her. She grinned, lining up her iPhone alongside her miniature lover. “Oh my god!” she snorted, barely able to keep a straight face, “you’re literally shorter than my phone right now.”

Tree looked up, her damp hair in wild curls, cheeks still pink and eyes heavy with afterglow. “Well, I hope you’re not planning on pocket-dialing me.” she squeaked, voice even tinier now.

Gina gently held her next to the phone, snapping a photo for her own private memories—making sure Tree was in on the joke. “For the record, you’re way cuter than any app I’ve ever downloaded.” she teased, eyes bright with pride and affection.

Theresa rolled her eyes, then yawned, stretching across Gina’s palm like a sleepy kitten. “Just don’t let me slip between the couch cushions. I don’t want to end up as spare change.”

Gina’s laughter shook the bed, her thumb stroking Tree’s back. “Don’t worry, little Tree. You’re not going anywhere without me.”

Tree melted into Gina’s touch, her last hiccup little more than a sigh now. “I wouldn’t want to. You know, I never imagined a date could end up this…big.”

Gina smiled, eyes soft and loving. “Me neither. But you’ve made this the best night of my life—no matter what size you are.”

As they snuggled together—giant and tiny, wild and content—the night outside faded away, leaving only warmth, wonder, and the promise of even more impossible adventures to come.
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Sunlight slipped in through the blinds, painting stripes across the bed and the bodies tangled on it. Gina stirred first, stretching languidly, still deliciously sore in all the right ways. Her hand drifted to her chest, where she found a tiny, warm presence nestled right in her cleavage.

She looked down, smirking as she carefully scooped up her mini Amazon, who blinked sleepily up at her. Tree was still small enough to fit easily in Gina’s palm, her wild hair sticking up in all directions.

“Morning, little alchemist.” Gina murmured, voice husky with sleep and delight. She slipped out of bed, padding to the bathroom, Theresa tucked gently and safely back between her breasts.

As Gina freshened up—brushing her teeth, splashing water on her face—she kept Tree right where she was, occasionally wiggling her chest and grinning at the soft giggles that bubbled up from her cleavage.

“So…” Gina drawled, glancing at her reflection with a wicked little smile, “on a scale of one to ten, was that the best first date you’ve ever had?”

Tree squeaked from her cozy perch, voice tiny but sincere. “Honestly? You broke the scale. I mean, sure, I thought shrinking would make me your height for the night. I didn’t expect to end up smaller than your phone, or, um, y’know…” She trailed off, cheeks turning a deep shade of pink.

Gina laughed, the sound vibrating right through Tree. “Well, your original plan was cute, but I think total magical chaos suits us better. I mean, how many girls can say they spent the night cuddling their girlfriend in their cleavage?”

Tree snorted, poking her head out. “Pretty sure I’ve cornered the market on that one.”

Gina’s eyes softened as she glanced down. “You sure you’re okay? I mean, with all the… unexpected outcomes?”

Tree beamed, stretching out luxuriously, her tiny limbs disappearing again into the valley of Gina’s chest. “Gina, I had more fun—and felt more wanted—than I ever dreamed. Turns out magic really is about letting go and seeing what happens.”

Gina grinned, pressing a gentle kiss to the top of Tree’s head. “Well, I hope you’re ready for more fun and chaos. Because after last night, I don’t think I can go back to normal dates.”

Tree just laughed, curling up in her favorite new spot. “Neither can I. Next time, though, maybe a potion for two?”

“Deal.” Gina whispered, holding her close, the magic of the night before still sparkling between them as the new day began.

Later that morning, Gina set Tree carefully on the kitchen counter, brewing coffee with one hand while keeping an eye on her tiny lover. Tree stretched, watching the world shrink back to normal around her, but this time at a glacial, almost teasing pace.

“Feeling any different?” Gina asked, nudging a small piece of granola on her finger toward Tree like a room service tray.

Tree grinned, noticing that she seemed a bit taller than she had just an hour ago—maybe an inch, maybe two. “I think the spell’s running in reverse.” she said, her voice still high but a little less squeaky. “I might be back to full size by Monday.”

Gina leaned in, resting her chin on her hands. “Guess that means I only have a little time left to keep you in my pocket.” She winked, biting her lip. “Better make the most of it.”

Tree’s smile softened, her eyes bright with promise. “We’ve got all weekend. No work, no plans, just…us. However big or small I am.”

Gina slid her finger along the counter, letting Tree climb aboard and holding her close to her lips. “That’s all I want, Tree. Just you—chaos, magic, and everything.”

They spent the weekend in a happy haze, savoring every unpredictable moment as Tree slowly, delightfully, grew back to her full, statuesque self—never quite sure what size she’d wake up at next, but never doubting for a second that she’d always fit perfectly in Gina’s world.

And when Monday came, neither of them could stop smiling, knowing the wildest, most magical first date was only the beginning.