Vapor: The Tagaytay Timeline

Chapter 17

Chapter 17: Unlikely Affection

It was an ordinary day at school, but for Vapor, Miles, and their friends, the growing tension between Irish, Valore, and Skye had become a source of endless teasing. Irish was now openly dating both Skye and Valore, though she would never admit just how awkward it still felt for her sometimes, especially since Valore and she used to be enemies.

Vapor couldn’t resist teasing Irish any chance he got. “Irish, I swear, how do you even manage with two girlfriends? That’s gotta be tough—Skye, and Valore? You’re living the dream.”

Irish, blushing deeply, crossed her arms defensively. "Don’t you start with that, Vapor! It’s complicated enough without you making it weird!"

Skye, sitting nearby, chuckled at the exchange, giving Irish a light punch on the shoulder. “Oh, come on, Irish. You know Vapor’s just messing with you. But seriously, having both me and Valore must be exhausting.” She winked, causing Irish to turn even redder.

Valore, lounging next to them, remained cool as ever, her usual smirk playing on her lips. “What can I say? I guess Irish just can’t resist us.”

Irish shot her a glare, but there was no real anger behind it—just the usual banter between them. They were still adjusting to their strange dynamic, but it was becoming clear to everyone that, despite their differences, there was genuine affection between them all.

Meanwhile, Miles and Vapor watched from a distance, both amused by the entire situation. “You know,” Miles started, nudging Vapor, “I never expected Irish to end up with two girlfriends, especially with Valore in the mix. It’s kind of funny, right?”

Vapor nodded, grinning. “Yeah, especially considering how much they used to argue. Guess they found a new way to communicate.”

Later in the day, during lunch, the trio—Irish, Skye, and Valore—found themselves sitting together, still drawing occasional glances from their classmates, who were either curious or envious of the unusual trio. But to Vapor and his friends, it was just another normal day.

As they ate, Skye and Miles chatted about their latest game project, their friendship remaining as strong as ever. Miles loved how supportive Skye was of her relationship with Irish, never letting things get awkward despite the odd love triangle.

Valore, ever the flirt, leaned over to Irish and whispered, “You know, I think you’re starting to like this more than you admit.”

Irish rolled her eyes but couldn’t help the small smile creeping onto her face. “Maybe I do,” she muttered, barely audible.

Vapor, ever observant, caught it and chuckled. “What was that? Did Irish just admit she’s happy?”

“Vapor!” Irish snapped, though her annoyance was playful. “Can’t you mind your own business for once?”

But Vapor wasn’t fooled. He knew there was something more beneath all the teasing. Skye smiled knowingly, and Valore gave Irish a playful nudge as if to say, “Told you so.”

Toward the end of the day, as they all walked home together, Irish found herself in the middle, holding hands with both Valore and Skye. It was strange but comforting, and for the first time, she didn’t feel embarrassed about it. Instead, she felt grateful.

As they walked ahead, Vapor stayed back a little with Rosie, watching them. “Well, looks like Irish’s love life is way more exciting than ours,” Vapor joked, earning a light elbow jab from Rosie.

“You don’t need three girlfriends to be happy, Vapor,” she teased back.

“True,” Vapor admitted, smiling as they walked hand in hand.

By the time they reached the park, Irish finally spoke up, her voice soft but firm. “You know... I’m glad things turned out this way. Even if it’s weird sometimes.”

Valore grinned, wrapping an arm around her. “Weird is good.”

Skye added, “Yeah, as long as we’re happy, that’s all that matters.”

Irish smiled for the first time that day—a genuine, content smile. Vapor couldn’t help but feel a little proud of his friends. Even in the most unexpected situations, love found a way to flourish.

And for Irish, Valore, and Skye, it seemed their unconventional relationship was only just beginning.