We Will Come Together
Chapter 21: The Island
The weeks continued to past, and by now it was April. The group continued to hang out with each other. At this point in time, six of the seven were eighteen years old. All of their friends except for Fara had attended the parties. The days that they fell on were unfortunately days were the vixen had to work. But she still gave them something; even Luna.
The girls who had turned 18 couldn't be any happier. Now that they were of age, they could go out with the guys on the team that they loved, and nobody would think it would be weird. The males were only two years older than the females, so the age difference wasn't that big. When the rest of the guy's birthdays came, they had been celebrated. Two of them had come at October and November, the rest had been through January up until March.
Katt and Amanda were also twenty as well by this point. Their birthdays had also been celebrated, but their dates fell on days that Fara didn't have to work. So she had been able to attend them, including the other males of the team.
As for Josh, Nate, Dave, and the rest of the girls, their 18th birthdays wouldn't be happening until the summer months. Kyle wouldn't turn 19 until June. So there was still time before it happened for them.
In the meantime, Nate and Natalie were getting closer to each other, and the same applied to Kyle and Erin. Everyone else could see that the time was coming soon when they would confess their feelings to the other.
X
April 13th came on a Friday, and Nicholas woke up at the usual time to the sound of his alarm. After turning it off, he quickly made his way down to the kitchen. A sweet smelling aroma greeted him as he went to the oven. He turned on the oven light to see his hard work payed off.
After quickly having breakfast and getting ready, he returned to the kitchen. The rest of his team mates were also getting ready for the day, so he was alone in the room. Nicholas was wearing the scarf that Fara had given him and ring, just like he did every day. But he was wearing a nice pair of jeans along with a nice shirt. Today was a special occasion. He smiled at the thought of how Fara was going to react.
He could just see it now; her beautiful face would have a happy and embarrassed smile on it. "She's going to love this," said Nicholas as he opened the oven door.
X
Fara was walking around the school looking for a certain guy. She was looking for Nicholas because he hadn't shown up in the parking lot despite the fact that the rest of his team mates had. When she asked them, they shrugged. They did know where he was; but they wanted the vixen to be surprised that day.
Fara wondered if Nicholas was just running late that day and she would see him latter. By this point, he was going to all of her classes. Sometimes, he would switch with another one of his team members. But the fact remand that all of Star Flight were attending all the classes that the seven had.
Fara got sad and depressed as she asked her friends and the usual acquaintances, but nobody had seen Nicholas. Hell, they didn't even know if he was coming.
"Maybe he's sick today instead of running late," thought Fara. But she then realized that Nicholas would have called her or someone or told his team mates if either scenario were the case. After a few minutes of searching, Fara had to give up. The tardy bell was about to ring.
As she walked to her English class, she couldn't help but wish that Nicholas had been there to greet her on this special day. Her parents and friends had. She made it to the entrance of the class to see Darcy and Josh kissing each other goodbye. She looked in, hoping to see Nicholas. But the vulpine wasn't in the room.
Fara sadness and depression grew. Only her family, Star Flight, her friends, and their families knew what today was. Nobody else at the school did. After all, the somewhat shy vixen wasn't going to announce it.
Miyu, Luna, Nate, and Darcy couldn't help but notice their friend in her funk. They also wondered were Nicholas was. Everyone then turned their attention to Mrs. Lasher, the teacher.
"Now class, pass up your homework." There was the sound as the students got it out of binders and notebooks and passing it up.
"Now we were going to have a lecture today; but since you've all been doing so well and since it's a Friday, we're going to do something else." A few of the students let out cheers. Mrs. Lasher cracked a small grin as looked over at Fara.
"Instead, we're celebrating something special; Fara's birthday! Happy 18th!" the teacher yelled out, and the vixen's fellow classmates cheered and applauded loudly for her. Fara just stared at Mrs. Lasher; how did she know?
"So we're going to watch a movie, and have a little party in here." Mrs. Lasher got out plates, cups and drinks from beneath her desk. Suddenly a knock was heard at the door. Mrs. Lasher opened it widely. Suddenly the sound of a familiar male voice started to sing.
"Happy Birthday to you."
Fara's face flared up as she instantly recognized who it was. Nicholas came walking in, and holding a birthday cake for her.
"Happy Birthday to you," he continued, this time joined by Mrs. Lasher, Miyu, Darcy, and Nate. Even Luna joined in the singing. He placed the cake at Fara's spot. It was a chocolate one with white frosting with the words "Happy 18th Birthday, Fara" in green icing surrounded by eighteen lighted candles. The vixen looked up with a face full of embarrassment to see Nicholas's wide grin.
"Happy Birthday dear Fara…." By now the whole class was singing, and Nicholas was waving his arms back and forth, directing them; like a conduct does with an orchestra. The room then went silent. Fara closed her eyes; she couldn't believe what was happening.
"Happy Birthday to you!" The class finished the song with a loud cheer, flooding into Fara's ears. She felt tears of happiness in her eyes; this was the nicest surprise that Nicholas had given to her by far. Her face was scarlet by this point, like it was on fire. The vixen was so embarrassed, yet happy at the same time.
"Make a wish," she heard Nicholas's sweet words being whispered into her ear. She looked up at him, and knew instantly what she wanted. She blew out the candles. A loud cheer came from the students. Fara got up from her seat, and wrapped her arms around the vulpine, her head resting on his shoulder. Fara couldn't help herself and contain the excitement and happiness that Nicholas had given to her so suddenly. Nicholas's arms went around the vixen as he hugged her back.
Luna just watched them. Nicholas had made her a cake for her birthday. She had done the same thing Fara was doing now. She would let this one go by without incident. This was Fara's day. She should be allowed to do almost anything she wanted.
After the touching moment, they broke off, and Mrs. Lasher was cutting the cake and placing slices onto the plates. Darcy poured the drinks out for everyone, and Nate handled the movie they would watch today.
After a few moments, everyone had what they wanted. Nicholas sat next to Fara while the movie played. But her mind was mainly set on Nicholas himself.
"Thank you," she whispered into his ear.
"Anytime, honey," he whispered back. They turned their attention back to the film. It was a good way to start off the weekend.
X
"So what did you wish for?' asked Fay after Fara told the group what had happened in her first period class during lunch.
"Um…." said Fara, going red as she glanced over at Nicholas. He was listening.
"It's a secret," she said with a smile.
"Oh come on!" Fay exclaimed.
"Hey, it's her business," said Nicholas. "It's Fara's birthday. If she wants to keep it a secret, then let her."
"When it comes true, I'll say what it was," said Fara.
"I hope it happens soon," said Nicholas.
"Yes," thought Fara. "Hopefully it will."
X
"This is going to be so much fun!" Nami exclaimed.
"Definitely," said Yuki.
It was now April 20th, and it found the group of friends, along with the entire school on the annual school field trip. It happened before Spring break which went from April 24th to May 6th. All the grades went, but only those who had paid and were doing well in school could go; but it included everyone. The trip was at a different place on Corneria every year. This time, Rocket High was headed to an island resort located on the southern part of the planet. It was like summer down there. So this was the perfect place to go swimming during this time of the year. Fara had asked for these days off from the cafe and had gotten lucky.
"Yeah," said Kelly. "But I don't recall inviting those guys." She said it to the Star Flight team in a teasing voice who were with the group of friends.
"Well we're here now; so let it go," said Katt.
The students had made a lot of requests for the team to come with them. The principal couldn't say no. But only on the condition that Star Flight payed for themselves to come. They had been able to do so, and the members were ready to have fun with their friends.
The students were dived up with the freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors on different boats. Not that it matter to anyone.
"So what exactly is there to do on the island?" asked Bill.
"Let's see…" said Fay, looking at the pamphlet. "Oh wow! An indoor heated pool and spa!"
"A full blown arcade and games room!" said Dash, looking over her shoulder.
"With beach play and other things!" said Cody. Now this got them even more excited to get there.
Natalie said nothing, but just glanced at Nate. Erin did the same thing with Kyle. Maybe this was the chance that they would get with them, or at least get closer to that point.
Meanwhile, Nicholas was standing next to the railing of the ship. He was in shorts and a sleeveless green shirt. His cross and ring had been left behind on the team's ship. He didn't want to lose them.
"So what's the first thing you're going to do, Nicholas?" asked Darcy, her paw in Josh's. The vulpine got a sly look in his eyes.
"First thing I'm going to do, is let my hair out." He took off the hair braid that held his ponytail together. He shook his head as it flowed out; it reached his upper back still. Although it wasn't long as Luna's who's hair went to her mid back, it flapped in the breeze just like hers.
"Tell me," said Kelly. "Have you ever been mistaken for a girl?"
"No," said the vulpine and turned to her with a playful look. "Have you?"
The male friends all did a "OHHHH!" together. Kelly punched Nicholas on the arm.
"Hey; there it is!" said Dave. Everyone turned to see the island coming into view.
X
After the four ships had landed, everyone got off with their luggage. Besides parents, some of the teachers, including Mrs. Lasher and the principal were chaperoning. He got up on a fountain at the front entrance of the hotel to get the student's attention.
"Okay everyone; I'll make this short. Despite the fact that this isn't school, we expect you to behave like you're in it. The boys have one floor, the girls have the other. Males and females are not allowed in the same room at any time. And if there's any funny business, you'll be sent straight back home. That is all."
The students dispersed to find their rooms and to figure out what they were going to do. This trip would only last until the 23rd when they would leave in the afternoon. There was so little time and so much to do.
After getting unpacked and putting away the stuff in the appropriate spots, Nicholas walked out of the room to the balcony. It had a perfect view of the beach. He could see the waves lapping the shore. He was joined by Josh along with Cody and Ben, who were rooming with him.
They heard a voice from above saying, "Hey boys." They looked up to see Fara leaning over the balcony on the second floor. "Seems like some of us are right above you."
"Hey Fara," said the vulpine with a smile. "So what's up?"
"The girls and I we're thinking about going to the beach. Care to join us?"
"You'd have to tie me up to not make me go," said Nicholas with a grin. "We'll tell the others."
X
30 minutes later found the group of friends at that area. As they walked, trying to find a place to place their stuff, they noticed that there weren't many guys; mostly girls swimming or tanning. They found a good spot, and set up their little camp.
"Let's go swimming," said Darcy, taking off her shirt to reveal a cute black bikini. Josh had his shirt off in a flash. He grabbed her paw, and the two took off for the water. The others did the same. As Nicholas and the other guys of Star Flight were taking off their shirts, the friends heard a lot of giggling and small laughter. They just looked at each other and rolled their eyes to the fact that ever since they had gone on the senior trip, the rest of the female body loved to see the guys on the team shirtless. Fara and the other girls who loved the males liked it that they hated it as much as they did. The group made their way down to the water which was crystal clear.
"Please Natalie?" asked Nate with a sad look. "Can you get in for me?" Natalie couldn't help but smile at the male tiger as he was trying to persuade her to get wet.
"Oh, all right," she said. She seemed a little on edge, but quickly got use to the water. After swimming for a while, the guys and girls went off to other areas of the beach. The girls found a smooth rock sticking out about seven feet from the water. They sat down and watched the waves.
Suddenly, Cody snuck up behind Nami. "Look out below!" he said as he pushed her over. The river otter screamed all the way down before hitting the water. She came back up immediately.
"Cody, you jerk!" Nami shouted up at him.
"Sorry, hon," was all he could say through his laughing.
"Look out below," said Amanda, as she pushed Cody over the edge. He looked like he would eat the water. But at the last second, he strained himself out and landed head first in a perfect dive.
"Show off," said the she otter when he came up. But Nami had a smile on her face.
X
The day came to an end, and it found Darcy and Josh saying goodnight to each other. The whole day had been fun. After swimming till about noon, the friends had lunch. After waiting an hour, they had gone to the nearby coral reef. They had fun swimming and exploring the beautiful rocks. They didn't have any oxygen tanks, but there were rental goggles near the place.
Everyone found it amusing to see Nicholas trying to spend as much time as he could with both Fara and Luna. Even though there was only one of him, he tried to make it seem like there were two of him.
Meanwhile, they had noticed Erin trying to get with Kyle, and Natalie trying to get with Nate. They had sat next to them, to going with them when the two had taken a turn exploring the coral reef. From their actions, the other friends could tell that they were getting close to telling the other about their feelings. It would ether happen on the trip, or sometime soon.
After dinner, the group had gone down to the arcade and game room to have more fun. Miyu and Nicholas got in a little contest doing air hockey, and this time Miyu won. Nicholas just gave her a smile after her victory. He'd had a good time; Miyu had given him a run for his money. Nate, Kyle, Erin, and Natalie had spent the time together as a four person group. The two girls had flirted with the males, which had caused them to flirt with them. But it didn't lead to anything.
After stopping by the stairs that lead to the floor were the girls were staying at, Darcy turned to Josh.
"Good night," he whispered.
"Good night," she whispered back, and brought him in to kiss him. But neither was wanting to let go. After a few moments, they had a make out session going on. Darcy wrapped her arms around his neck, bringing the mountain lion in close. He responded by wrapping his arms around her petite waist, their tails intertwining with each other.
They broke apart after a few minutes, and Josh placed his lips on the coyote's throat; causing her to giggle. He then broke off and looked into her eyes. "You're amazing; you know that?"
With another giggle, Darcy placed a kiss on his check. "So are you," she said. After another quick kiss, she walked up the stairs.
X
The next morning, the group was in the dining hall eating breakfast. The rest of the friends could see that the love Darcy and Josh had for each other had somehow increased even more. The coyote was on the lap of the mountain lion, and they were feeding each other bits of toast and bacon.
"Ugh," said Dave. "Will you two get a room?"
"And get kick off the trip for breaking the rules? No thanks," said Josh.
"Awwww; is someone jealous?" asked Darcy to the male coyote.
"Hell no," he responded. "I'm just saying that there's only so much love coming from others that a person can take."
Meanwhile, Natalie had gotten some jam on her fingers. Nate looked up to see her teasing licking it off while looking at him. He couldn't take his eyes of the orange feline as he went red.
"You might want to stop Natalie; or else you're going to make Nate's heart go out," teased Katt.
"So what's the plan for today?" asked Erin. "Anything you want to do, Kyle?" She batted her eyelashes at him, causing the male jaguar to go red.
"Well there's a trail that leads to a waterfall at the center of the island," said Nicholas. "There's even a small cave that you can explore. I was thinking of going there today. Who's with me?"
"I'll go," said Fara and Luna at the same time. The two then glared at each other.
"Oh dear," said the vulpine with a smile. "Looks like we've got the same problem as we had during the winter dance. I'll spend half the time with Luna and the rest with Fara."
X
"Come on, it's this way," said Lucy as she and Ben lead the group. The sound of pounding water got louder as they got closer. The two hares bushed some branches aside, and stopped. The others caught up and stared.
The waterfall rose high into the air, a good couple hundred feet. It landed at a river that made its way to the ocean. "A beautiful sight," said Nicholas.
They group made their way down to an area. They had brought some lunch with them so they wouldn't go hungry. Some of the other students and a couple of the chaperones were already there.
"What shall we do first?" asked Josh.
"I want to see that cave," said Darcy. But when the group looked, they saw that only six people were allowed in at a time do to its small size. "Let's go, babe," said the coyote. Without another word, the two headed in.
"I want to go, but I need a body guard," said Natalie. She gave Nate a seductive look. He went red.
"Me too; but I'm in the same fix she is," said Erin. She also gave Kyle a seductive look causing him to go red as well.
"You can't let them go in alone; help them out," said Miyu. She along with Amanda pushed the two males towards both girls. After each grabbed one of the guy's paws, the four then went in.
"I wish I could see them," said Fay with a grin. The rest then decided to check out the jungle area. Nicholas went off with Luna, much to Fara's anger and bitter disappointment. But she couldn't do anything about it.
X
"I like the fact that there's dim lighting in here," said Josh, as he and his girlfriend walked down a tunnel. "At least you can see where you're going."
When they had entered, they noticed that there were three different tunnels. They had taken the middle one. They both liked the fact that when someone went in, a circle of green light surrounding the entrance would come on, letting others know that someone was in that section. The tunnels didn't go far before coming into a room.
In truth, Josh and Darcy were okay with being alone. When they had begun to date, the two of them had made it very clear that if they were in some place by themselves like they were now, that they wouldn't have sex. They had others friends who had with their girlfriends or boyfriends. And most of the time, it ended with them breaking up.
"Hey, I can see light," said Darcy. Josh looked up to see a glow coming from the end of the tunnel. They walked into a room that was filled with different colored crystals of all shapes and sizes. The sun shown in through holes, lighting up the whole room in a rainbow of colors.
"Oh my god…. it's beautiful," said Darcy. Josh smiled down at her.
"Shall we take a look, honey?" he asked. It wasn't a big room, but they enjoyed looking at the crystals. Some twisted and distorted their faces. They had a good time laughing at each other. They settled on a flat rock, with Josh standing against a yellow crystal. The two made small talk as they looked about.
While they were doing so, the two teens found themselves getting closer to each other, until their noses touched. They lip locked, and Darcy nearly jumped on Josh. He pulled her in tight as she wrapped her arms around his neck. Suddenly, Josh placed his paws on the female coyote's ass.
Her eyes opened and she pulled back to look at Josh. "Relax," he said. "I remember what we said about that." He kissed her neck, and Darcy sighed happily. She knew that he wouldn't try anything. He looked up at her.
"I love you, you know?" he asked.
"I love you to, Josh," said Darcy. She found his lips again.
X
Meanwhile, Nate was freaking out on the inside. He was alone with Natalie, and he didn't know what to do. She was only a girl; but one whom he had feelings for. When they got to the three tunnels, they saw that the middle one was occupied. Natalie just took his left paw again and pulled him to the left tunnel.
"Just stay calm; you can do this," the tiger thought. Natalie turned to look back at him while she walked ahead, still holding his paw.
"I can see some light in front of us," she said. Nate took a look over her head and saw a glow. "Can you check it out for me?"
Nate shock his head to try to act normal. "As you wish," he said. Natalie let out a purr as he went in.
"I think you'd better check this out," he said. He quickly got behind the feline and covered her eyes.
"Nate! What are you doing?" she asked with a laugh.
"I'm going to surprise you," he said with a smile. "I won't let anything happen to you." He lead her in.
"Now look." Nate took his paws from Natalie's eyes. The feline let out a gasp as she saw the crystals; like the ones in the room that Josh and Darcy were in.
"Oh…." she said let out. "It's so beautiful." Nate went to her left side.
"Yeah; beautiful," he said. Natalie turned her head towards him. The two found themselves getting closer.
"Nate…" she whispered. They were so close.
Suddenly. two drops of water hit the two. It ruined the moment. Nate and Natalie quickly looked away from each other, both red in the face.
X
The same thing happened for Kyle and Erin, expect they went down the last tunnel. A bit latter, all six came out into the sun so the others could have a turn. Nobody said anything to Nate, Kyle, Natalie, and Erin. But they could tell that something had happened.
Nicholas had spent his time with Luna exploring the jungle, while he spent the time with Fara in the caves. Nothing happened between the two foxes at all. The same applied to Bill and Fay, Cody and Nami, Dash and Yuki, and Lucy and Ben when they went into the caves themselves.
Sunday came much too soon without anymore incidents happening. Although the students were sad that they were leaving, they knew that some big events were coming up.