Vapor: The Tagaytay Timeline

Chapter 31

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Chapter 31: Caught in the Act

It was a Friday evening, and the sun began to set, casting a warm glow through the window of Irish’s room. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as Irish, Skye, and Valore sat on the floor, surrounded by pillows and snacks. They had been planning a fun night in, but little did they know, it would turn into something more.

“I can’t believe we’re finally hanging out like this!” Skye exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. “I feel like it’s been ages since we just chilled together.”

“Yeah, it’s nice to take a break from all the school drama,” Irish replied, feeling giddy as she leaned closer to her friends. Valore was sitting beside her, and the atmosphere was filled with laughter and playful banter.

As the night went on, they shared stories and secrets, the bond between them growing stronger. The conversation shifted to the topic of crushes, and they found themselves getting more comfortable with each other. Suddenly, without fully realizing how it happened, the tension shifted.

“I really like you both,” Irish said, her heart racing as she looked at Skye and Valore. “Like, a lot.”

Skye blushed, brushing her black/purple hair behind her ear. “Me too. This feels… different.”

Valore grinned, her mischievous nature shining through. “So, what do we do about it?”

In a moment of impulsive bravery, Irish leaned in and kissed both of them, one after the other. The kisses were soft, tentative, and filled with unspoken emotions. The three girls pulled back, breathless and surprised at what just transpired.

“Wow, that just happened,” Skye said, her cheeks flushed.

“I can’t believe we actually did that,” Irish murmured, her heart racing with exhilaration. But then a thought hit her. “What if we get caught?”

“Well, what happens if we do?” Valore said with a smirk. “It could be fun!”

Despite their initial excitement, they knew they needed to keep their relationship a secret. But as the days passed, their efforts fell hilariously short.

At school, Irish, Valore, and Skye couldn’t resist stealing glances and whispering sweet nothings to each other between classes. Skye would squeeze Irish's hand under the table during lunch, while Valore made flirty jokes that made Irish blush. Their laughter often drew attention, and classmates began to speculate.

“Are you three like… dating or something?” one of their classmates asked, raising an eyebrow as they observed the trio.

Irish's face turned crimson. “No! We’re just friends!”

Valore snorted, clearly not convinced. “Yeah, just friends who totally kiss each other.”

“Shh!” Irish hissed, her eyes darting around. “You’re going to get us caught!”

Despite their attempts to maintain a facade, the secret was slipping through their fingers like sand. Vapor, who often found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time, began to piece things together.

One day, while hanging out near the lockers, Vapor overheard Valore and Skye giggling about something. He leaned closer, curiosity getting the better of him. “What are you two whispering about?”

“Oh, nothing,” Skye said, her voice a little too high-pitched. Valore shot her a look, but it was too late.

“Really? Because it sounds suspicious,” Vapor said, crossing his arms, an amused smile on his face. “Are you two in trouble or something?”

Valore quickly shot back, “We’re not in trouble! We’re just… brainstorming ideas for a project.”

“Uh-huh, sure,” Vapor replied, unconvinced. “So, what’s the project about? Kissing 101?”

Skye turned beet red, while Valore burst into laughter. “Maybe! You never know when that knowledge might come in handy.”

The teasing continued, and it didn’t take long before Vapor and their other friends caught on to the trio’s chemistry. The rumors started flying around the school, and soon, everyone was whispering about the “mysterious relationship” among the three girls.

One afternoon, in a turn of events, Irish’s mother unexpectedly opened the door to her room. Irish, Valore, and Skye had just shared a kiss, and the moment hung thick in the air. Irish's mother stood wide-eyed in shock.

“What’s going on here?” she demanded.

“I-I can explain!” Irish stammered, her heart racing.

But it was too late. The three girls found themselves trapped, caught in a moment they never intended to share. Irish’s mother crossed her arms, her expression a mix of surprise and concern. “Irish, you’re grounded for a month. No phone, no hanging out with friends.”

As her mother turned to leave, Irish’s heart sank. “Mom, wait! I can explain!”

But it was too late; the door clicked shut, and the weight of her punishment set in. “I can’t believe this,” Irish sighed, flopping back onto the floor. “This is so unfair!”

“I’m really sorry,” Skye said, biting her lip. “We didn’t mean for it to go this far.”

“Yeah, I didn’t think anyone would walk in,” Valore added, trying to lighten the mood. “At least we know how we feel now, right?”

Despite the grounding, the atmosphere remained charged with unresolved feelings, and the girls continued to talk about their new dynamic. However, the fear of getting caught loomed over them, putting a damper on their excitement.

As the days went by, Vapor, ever the gossip enthusiast, couldn’t help but eavesdrop on Valore and Skye. “So, how’s it going with Irish?” he overheard one day at school. “Any secret kisses?”

Valore responded with an exasperated sigh. “We’re trying to keep it on the down-low, but it’s hard when you’re falling for someone!”

“Just be careful, alright?” Vapor warned, feeling protective of his friends. “You don’t want to get in trouble again.”

As their conversation continued, Vapor felt the thrill of their secret surrounding him. He might have just stumbled upon something special—something that could change their group dynamics forever.

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