Island Blues and Greens- VegasPete

Chapter 12

PETE's POV

Vegas and I have been sitting about two meters apart under this bit coconut tree and this is the first time I've ever seen him so quiet, he wasn't even trying to bother me. I expected him to tease me after seducing me into a makeout session but he just sat there so quietly that I could not even get mad at him. Should I be mad at him?

"Do you like this weather?" I blurted out a question to cut the silence but he just glared at me. Of course, the sky is gray, there's still thunders and lightnings when though the rain had already stopped. It does not help that the wind is too cold either.

This silence is definitely uncomfortable, just like the wet clothes we're both wearing. The rain had stopped and we should start to walk home. We can't commute from here because there aren't motorcycles and scooters for rent in this part of town. This is a remote part of the island and we have to walk at least thirty minutes before we can find a ride.

It's a good thing it isn't sunny. Vegas and I lost our slippers earlier while trying to stay alive. If we walk barefoot on the concrete streets, it would be difficult. We don't even have money to buy slippers.

I still couldn't believe I survived that. I swam for probably more than an hour. Halfway through, I felt that Vegas pass out. Another thing I can't believe is that he can't swim. I thought he was joking but I tried so hard to keep him afloat because he fainted.

When we reached the shore, my legs were cramping so bad and my arms are sore. I had to swim for two and was only able to use one arm instead of two. I had to massage my legs to soothe the cramp before I looked at Vegas who had turned completely pale. I checked his breathing and had to perform first aid. I pumped on his chest so hard I was afraid he'd broken a rib.

"Don't leave me"

was the first thing he said after he threw up so much water. He swallowed a lot I'm sure his throat, stomach, and back hurt. He grabbed me for a hug with his eyes closed and I just let him until he started to snore. I wasn't sure if it was okay for him to sleep but I checked his breathing every now and then and let him rest. Vegas isn't the nicest man in the world but he must have felt so scared.

"Vegas, we have to go." I said to him. We should start walking home now. I thought he was going to be stubborn but he stood up and walked with me quietly.

Dang it! It's so awkward.

"Listen, Vegas. You don't have to act awkward. I forgive you for that kiss earlier."

There. I told him already even though I think I'm to blame too. I kissed him back. Shia, why did you do that Pete?!!!! I don't know. Maybe I got crazy from the fatigue.

"I wasn't apologizing."

What? Not even a little guilty? He keeps abusing his powers as a Theerapanyakul! Whatever, I'll just walk. Not even thanking me for saving his life and doing perverted things to me instead! Asshole! Huh!

"Let's just walk." I say as I continue to walk. I hope he trips and falls.

We stayed quiet for the duration of the walk. It was noontime when we got home. Grandma, Porsche, and Khun Kinn were all there.

"Pete, where did you go?" Grandma asked in Southern language.

"Good morning, Grandma. Please excuse me" Vegas bows down to grandma and leaves to enter his house.

"Vegas, where did you go with Pete and why are you both soaking wet?" Khun Kinn asks Vegas.

Vegas turns to look at him and smirks.

"No personal questions please" he says like a celebrity being asked about rumors. He bowed down to him sarcastically and left Khun Kinn with flaring nostrils.