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PART ONE
Either the apothecary was hotter than Mark anticipated or his nerves were doing a number on him. Mark tapped his fingers at the counter. It did not have the desired effect. In fact, it felt as if the cashier dragged on the process further.
The woman behind the counter looked between him, his driver's license, and back to the product on the counter. She raised a pierced brow as if to say "Really?"
Yeah, yeah. He didn't look the "part," the type who'd purchase the tincture between them. He avoided eye contact while she rang up the item.
"That'll be seventy dollars, sir."
He quickly pulled several bills out of his wallet. He pocketed it and left the apothecary without waiting for the receipt.
Back in his car, he rolled the small bottle between his pointer finger and thumb. The label read: Trixie Dixie's Fix-It For The Small Endowed. The truth of the matter was simple. Mark had a small penis. And while he'd argue that his penis was only slightly smaller than average, it wrecked his dating life. When it stood firm and erect, his penis nearly reached three and a half inches. When the dates discover he's neither a grower or a shower, a second date is never scheduled.
Was this it--his lucky break? And just in time, too. His friend, the very same who recommended the apothecary, set him up on a blind date later tonight.
Once home, Mark started getting ready for the date. Was he spending a longer amount of time than usual? Sure! He desperately didn't want to fuck this up. He disrobed and tossed the clothes in the hamper. He then stood in front of the mirror, taking in his naked appearance.
While not sculpted to fine detail, he sported a runner's body, broad shoulders, and a pearly white smile. His eyes narrowed in on his penis, or what little of it he could see. It stuck out like a sore thumb since he spent so much effort on the rest of his physique.
Mark grimaced and recalled his last date. Up until the big reveal, sex went well. Of course, he kept the lights off and prioritized her needs, which she didn't seem to mind. However, there are only so many times he could ignore a woman's "fuck me, fuck me." And if he were being honest with himself, he didn't join the bed for purely altruistic reasons. He wanted his dick wet, too.
It all came crashing down with "is that it?"
Well, no more! Finally, everything would come together, and he'd never have to worry about his little secret again.
He unscrewed the top and gulped it down. It left a bitter taste on his tongue, but he told himself it was worth it. With that, he started his shower and never once thought to read the tincture's instructions or warning.
It was hard, so to speak, to not keep looking at his penis. When shampooing or conditioning, he kept looking downward. His eyes stung from soap getting in them, yet he did not relent. When body washing, he kept returning downward. Was it bigger yet? He continued staring, even outside of the shower.
He opened the bathroom door to let out the accumulated steam. He placed his hand on his hips and stood in front of the mirror once more. He seemed... the same? Just a lot more damp and black hair slicked down. His eyes traveled down his happy trail and to his penis. Maybe bigger if he squinted just right and made a wish. He continued staring as if he could will the growth into existence.
Come to think of it, what's the growth even supposed to feel like?
He decided to call up Kevin, the friend who recommended the apothecary and blind date.
Kevin was only a few months younger than Mark. They met during childhood and remained friends. He was one of the few people Mark confided in about his little problem. Turns out, Kevin suffered similarly. One time during high school, they whipped their dicks out to see how they measured up to one another. Kevin, somehow, suffered a fate worse than Mark. A small consolation, but at least Mark was bigger than someone. When Kevin discovered the apothecary from an online ad and tried it himself, he passed the good fortune to Mark.
He grabbed the phone and waited for Kevin to answer.
Kevin finally answered, the sleep still present in his voice. "Yo, man, what's up? Don't tell me you're getting cold feet."
"No, no. Just the opposite. I'm getting ready--"
"--Right on--"
"--for it. I took the serum or tincture or whatever. When's that supposed to kick in?"
Mark heard the rustling of Kevin sitting up. "Just give it a few hours. It's gradual, so it's not gonna just spring up at ya."
Mark let out a big sigh of relief. He thanked Kevin and hung up.
PART TWO
Mark tugged at his collar as he entered the restaurant, a quaint Italian bistro tucked away in a cozy corner of the city. The warm glow of the pendant lights cast a soft, inviting ambiance, and the gentle hum of conversation floated through the air. He scanned the area for his date, Samantha.
The dim lighting proved no obstacle. Mark spotted a young woman in a maroon blouse, their agreed-upon color. His heart fluttered like a trapped bird in his chest. The blouse complemented her sun-kissed complexion. Samantha sat at a corner table, her dark curls cascading elegantly over her shoulders as she scanned the room, a small smile playing on her lips. Mark's heart skipped a beat at the sight of her, his stomach twisting with a mixture of excitement and apprehension.
Summoning all his courage, Mark made his way over to the table, his steps hesitant yet determined. Samantha looked up as he approached, her eyes lighting up with recognition as she returned his wave with a warm smile.
"Mark?" she said, her voice soft and melodic. "It's so good to finally meet you."
Mark returned her smile, feeling a surge of relief wash over him at her welcoming demeanor. "Likewise, Samantha," he replied, pulling out a chair and sinking into it with a sense of nervous anticipation.
As they officially introduced themselves, Mark learned she was a friend of Kevin's girlfriend. She worked as a manager at a small downtown clothing store.
Mark couldn't help but admire Samantha's beauty up close. Her inviting pink lips, framed by a silver nose stud, were perfectly complemented by her rich brown eyes that sparkled with warmth and intelligence. He found himself captivated by her effortless grace, her every movement exuding a quiet confidence that drew him in like a moth to a flame.
As they perused the menu, Mark couldn't help but steal glances at Samantha. His eyes lingered on her deliciously long necklace, which dangled close to her cleavage. He tried to keep it respectful, but every so often, his eyes leered downward to her breasts to the hint of cleavage peeking out of her blouse. Maybe a bit more than a handful? He hoped to test his theory later.