The Phantom’s Gambit

As another hour ticked by while waiting for the Mage's return, Void busied himself with trying to convince Octavius that he wanted to get inside his body so he could converse with the girls. But Octavius acted like he wasn't even there. 

When Void realized he wasn't going to give in, he decided to use another means.

 [You know, I forgot they can't see me.]

Octavius's ears perked up at that, his curiosity piqued, but he didn't grant Void an audience. Instead, he silently wondered what Void's words meant and what he was plotting.

[And since they can't see me,] He started moving towards the girls perched at the side discussing about the task to come, Octavius gaze followed him suspiciously. [I can do this.] 

Void snuck up and gave one of the girls' boobs a sly grab without them noticing. Octavius's eyes went wide, and he charged towards Void, ready to swat him away. But Void vanished into thin air, only to reappear in front of another unsuspecting girl and pointed his index finger at her chest.

[This one's got berries on her chest, but I bet...] He squatted down, trying to sneak a peek under her skirt, but Octavius was hot on his heels. Void disappeared again, leaving Octavius looking frustrated and flustered.

Octavius spun around, scanning the area to pinpoint Void's next location. He knew Void couldn't have gone far, so he scrutinized the surrounding females. His gaze landed on Marilyn, the long-haired girl. That's when he spotted Void, lurking behind her, his index finger toying with her hair as he shot Octavius a mischievous grin, his eyebrows twitching upwards.

In an instant, Void vanished from behind Marilyn and reappeared in front of her, surprisingly sporting a pair of glasses. 

With an air of mock sophistication, he pointed to her chest, as if showcasing a priceless artifact. [And we have these beautiful oranges —]

Octavius swiftly intervened, appearing in front of Void and Marilyn in the blink of an eye. He commanded Void, "Get in!"

With a sly grin, Void's essence dissipated, and he entered Octavius's body. As he settled in, Void quipped, [Oh, I thought you'd never ask.]

Octavius deemed it wiser to have Void contained within him. This way, he could regulate Void's actions and dictate what he should and shouldn't do while inhabiting his body. Octavius intended to maintain control, only granting Void autonomy when absolutely necessary.

"Get in?" 

Octavius's gaze snapped upwards, meeting the female's questioning stare. He swiftly realized, 

Right, she can't see Void, so she assumed I was talking to her.

Just then, Void's voice echoed in Octavius's mind, [Mm Mm Mm… look at those oranges, ] sending Octavius's eyes involuntarily drifting towards Marilyn's chest. 

He quickly averted his gaze and responded, attempting to play it cool.

"Oh, nothing. I just wanted to say hi. I'm Oc— Edwin," Octavius introduced, catching himself before revealing his true name.

Marilyn's response was curt "Marilyn."

Octavius attempted to diffuse the tense atmosphere, saying, "Your hair looks—" but his words trailed off as he felt a sudden and unwelcome stir. The rod between his legs sprang to life, pointing unmistakably at Marilyn's abdomen.

Before she could notice his awkward predicament, Octavius swiftly sat down on the ground, clutching his knees to his chest. Marilyn's gaze faltered, and she looked at him quizzically. Octavius's nervous glance only added to the awkwardness.

"I— sorry, I've been standing for so long, and my legs just... couldn't help itself," Octavius stammered.

[It couldn't help itself, alright.] Void chimed in his head, referring to his erection.