CHAPTER 277: NUDES AND NOTORIETY

Via

Over the course of tacos, Stephanie and Elizabeth had made it abundantly plain that they did not intend to attend school that day. To tell you the truth, I had no intention of going back either. As a result, we made the decision to go to the movies rather than going to class.

"So, I don't want to be pushy," I said, swirling my horchata thoughtfully. "But can I ask what's in that box we got earlier?"

After an extended period of stillness between them, Stephanie let out a deep sigh, and then she looked at Elizabeth for a moment before finally nodding her acknowledgement.

"Alright, we'll tell you," Stephanie said with a firm nod, bearing a serious expression on her face. "But you gotta promise not to judge us."

"Yeah, this is a judgment-free zone, okay?" During the time that we were coming to a stop at a red light, Elizabeth made a comment and glanced back at me. "Got it?"

In an honest response, I said, "Yeah, I promise," while simultaneously experiencing a mixture of interest and co