Short Stories (ErrInk)

Reality is Blind - Chapter 7

Ink's POV

  Error and I made out on the bed, progressively removing bits of clothing. I wrapped my arms around his neck to deepen the kiss. He slowly moved down my neck and placed a few small pecks. Despite him giving attention to a sensitive spot, I separated him from my neck.

Me: Wait.

Error: What's wrong?

Me: Let's avoid upper body stuff. Someone might figure it out if they see a hickey.

Error: That's understandable.

  We kissed again but there was a sudden knock on the door, causing us both to quietly sigh.

  Error got up from the bed and walked over to the door, opening it.

Error: What do you need, Pantha?

  I stayed as silent as possible so she wouldn't know I was in here with him.

Pantha: I just wanted to tell you that we were having a pool party in a few days to celebrate before we all leave the villa with new relationships.

Error: That sounds like a good idea.

Pantha: Have you seen Ink? Rastha was looking for him.

Error: I haven't.

  Error said goodbye to her before closing the door behind him. He rubbed his face as he joined me on the bed.

Me: I guess I have to go.

  Error nodded with a disappointed expression.

  I stood up and slipped on the clothing that was removed from my body a few minutes ago.

  Before I walked out of the suite, Error pulled me into one more kiss.

Error: We will continue this later, Ink.

Me: Definitely.

  I responded with a smile.

  As I went to find Rashta, I thought to myself. I was super happy to find someone that was actually my type but I was also frustrated with myself since I came here to change who I was.

(Time Skip)

  It was the night of the pool party. By now the first episode of the third season of "Romance Paradise" should have been edited and put on televisions.

  Judy should be sitting on our couch and recording it on VHS for the both of us to watch.

  I walked into the courtyard to see that colorful hanging lights had been set up and the bar that was rarely used was now full of drinks. The pool was lit up and music was playing.

  The girls were dressed in bikinis and the guys were in trunks. Error and I were wearing shirts since skeletons don't often like their torsos being exposed to others we don't know well.

  Error and I would secretly share glances at each other. I tried my best to hide my rainbow blush but it was proven to be difficult around him.

  I sat on the edge of the pool, dipping my legs in the water. Hoof, Error, Pantha, Martina, and Rashta played volleyball in the water while Jason and Britney were having a moment together on the couch nearby.

  Something falling into my hands broke me from my thoughts. I looked down to see that the volleyball had landed conveniently on my lap. I tossed the ball back to the players but Hoof suddenly spoke to me.

Hoof: You should join us. Have a bit of fun as we do go home in two days.

Me: No thank you. I'm not very athletic.

Pantha: We can have an even 3v3 match.

  They begged me to join them. Defeated, I slipped into the pool and moved to the side with Hoof and Error.

  We played for a while until we got tired. Error and I found a place next to each other on the couch. Alcoholic drinks were given to us which we happily consumed.

Error: Who do you think is your lifelong partner?

  He motioned towards the four girls that were still partying with endless energy. Despite me wanting to say his name, the cameras were always watching.

Me: I... I'm not actually sure.

  I spoke quietly, though the mic that was attached to me still recorded it.

(Time Skip)

  It had been a few days since I have returned home from the villa. I ended up with Britney but it never worked out. As soon as the show was over, her and I both agreed to respectfully break up and go our separate ways.

  Though I had given my number to Error before we left. It was nice talking to him over the phone. I wondered what his life was like in Massachusetts all the way across the country. I hoped that I got to see him again. I didn't know when but I just wanted to be with him.

  There was a knock on the door, grabbing my attention. Judy went to answer it. Not long after she yelled my name and pointed to our visitor.

  I looked to see who it was and to my excitement, it was Error. I hurried to him and hugged him tightly. He let out a small chuckle before returning the gesture.

Me: I love you, Error. I'm so happy to finally see you again.

Error: ...

I love you too, Ink