Chapter II: Boiling Tea Kettle:

On the outside, everyone else thought that Two and I were just friends. It makes sense, but some contestants were a bit skeptical about us. We've been doing our therapy sessions more frequently, whether it's during TPOT or after, and occasionally we also do other sessions in private.

Gaty: Where are we going, Two?

Two: Okay, I have something to show you, but you have to keep it a secret.

Gaty: Uh, okay... Opens the kitchen door. CLOCK?!

Clock: Hi?

Two: Don't be alarmed, Clock. You can trust Gaty.

Gaty: Can someone please explain what's going on?

Two: Clock has a bit of a crisis with Winner as I previously mentioned, so he's going to stay in here with Four and X until he gets his situation all fixed up.

Gaty: Oh. Also where were you a few weeks ago? With the whole zombie manifest?

Clock: I was stuck 'Kitchen bonding retreating' with those two. Points to Four and X.

Four: He just wouldn't admit that he had a great time.

X: Yeah! It was the best. Day. EVER!

Clock: You just needed someone to be your third wheel in your relationship. Not. Amusing.

Two: R-Right... Gaty and I must be on our way.

Two and I exited out of the kitchen and into the lobby. I was still a bit frazzled. Why would they show me? I know that they trust me, but there's more to it. But that's not what scares me the most. Our Tea-Therapy (I'm still working on the name) has gotten... awkward.

Two: So... biscuits and chicken, right? [Chuckles awkwardly]

Gaty: Two? You okay?

Two: Yeah... no...

T-This just feels so weird, like should I do something?

Gaty: Two, you don't have to do anything.

Two: Yeah, but... sighs.

Gaty: Well, what do you want to do?

Two: There's something, but I don't want to make you feel pressured.

Gaty [Whispers]: Take your time.

Two: I want...

I want...

To do things that other couples do...

Gaty: Like what?

Two: Hug and kiss? J-Just for starters!.

Gaty: [Chuckles] Of course you can.

Two approached closer and closer to me. I knew they were nervous, but I gave my 'Take your time smile'. Which only encouraged them to put their lips into mine. It felt both stressful and relaxing at the same time. Heh, it's amazing actually, Two gave me one of if not one of the best kisses I've ever had (It's also the first I've ever had), but while we had our peaceful moment, something foreshadowing came into mind..W-What did Two mean 'For Starters?' W-Were they saying that because this is our first relationship, a-and even if... what does that mean? C-Could it be- NONONO! Get your head out of there, Gaty! T-They are not that type of person, and I can confirm that...probably...ish.

I try my best to not look frightened by the word-play, maybe I'm overthinking things. Y-Yeah! That's it! And besides, I don't want to ruin the moment. This feels... nice. Almost too nice. They let go of my lips, only for me to be dumbfounded and heart out of my chest.

Two: Wha- [Laughs] You okay, Gaty?

Gaty: Y-Yeah. Just a bit shocked.

Two: Why? Is it because I'm your ~Dazzling~ lover?

Gaty: [Laughs], don't flatter yourself Two! You never know when, heh, I can top you.

Two: Oh you wish! Side hugs Gaty playfully.

They're so silly! And really sweet, I lay my head on their chest and just embraced their company. What was I thinking before! Maybe they slipped their tongue and it just randomly came out. They feel surprisingly warm and cozy to lay on. My eyelids felt slightly heavy as I tried my best not to fall asleep on my partner.

Gaty [Mumbles]: I love you so freaking much...

Two [Surprised]: Y-You-

Gaty: -I only do that with people I'm comfortable with, get used to it.

Two's P.O.V: Blushes a bit lot. WHY DO I THINK THAT WAS SO CUTE?! WHAT IS WRONG WITH MEEEEEEEEE!!!

Gaty: Hello? Earth to Two?

Two [Jumpy]: Yes I a-am!

Gaty: What?

Two: Hmm? You were saying something, Gaty?

Gaty [Concerned]: Hey. Are you okay?

Two [Starts to panic]: I-I-I DON'T KNOW ANYMORE!!!

Gaty: ...

Hey. Gets up from Two

We can take it slow. We don't have to rush.

Two: Sighs. Thank you.

Two P.O.V: Watches Gaty leave. Oh gosh, what have I done?!

I nodded and decided to close our session earlier than normal, which was alright. Sometimes the best medicine is alone time. But other than that day, everything else is fine and dandy. But it was getting harder and harder to keep this a secret. Especially since Two is getting more...what's a nice way to put it? Clingy. N-Not that I don't mind it or anything, but we definitely need to put some boundaries if we want to keep this a secret for long.

Gaty: Hey Two-

Two: -GATY!! Gives Gaty a HUGE hug. Oh- sorry! Were you saying something?

Gaty: Yeah...can we talk?

Two: Sure! What's going on?

Gaty: We...need some boundaries between us...

To be continued...