Doing Things the HOA Way (Chapter 2 - Aug 15)

[PhillyPhan321]

Always look forward to a superevil story.

I like it so much more when you Hooked, SteamTrain and Perseus start new stories up rather than have a story go on maybe more than 15 chapters. I always start to lose it on them once they get a bit too long.

[1pantielessZoe2]

Always look forward to a superevil story.

I like it so much more when you Hooked, SteamTrain and Perseus start new stories up rather than have a story go on maybe more than 15 chapters. I always start to lose it on them once they get a bit too long.

For me it's the opposite. When I like a story, I'm always excited for a new chapter, even if it's the 156th

[superevil7]

Am I right in thinking this little planned community is not very full yet? They sort of built it and they're waiting for a lot more people to move in? I've lived in one of those before, the adolescents very much had to find something fun to do because there wasn't anything yet. Thank God for internet. In any case, a lack of fullness would help their ruse last longer.

Yeah, probably only about half ocupied.

Always look forward to a superevil story.

I like it so much more when you Hooked, SteamTrain and Perseus start new stories up rather than have a story go on maybe more than 15 chapters. I always start to lose it on them once they get a bit too long.

For me it's the opposite. When I like a story, I'm always excited for a new chapter, even if it's the 156th

lol, I can understand both points. I've been trying to keep things a bit more succinct. Aiming for between 6 and 15 chapters for my newer ideas.

[superevil7]

Zane went to check on Maisy, and found her hiding in the bathroom. "Hey, it's okay, Maisy. Come back out. Mack's just my stupid friend. You shouldn't be embarrassed of him. He's probably more embarrassed of you."

"Why didn't you tell me he was coming?" she cried through the door. "I can't believe you just let him walk in like that!"

"Sorry, I forgot," Zane lied. "But seriously, he's a total pushover. He's not gonna say anything. Just come back out, and everything will be fine."

She eventually opened the door, her eyes red from crying. "I want to go home," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.

"Come on, you can't go home yet. We were just starting to have fun," Zane said, reaching out to touch her arm. "I promise, it'll be fine. Besides, he's not going to be able to see you anyway. Have you seen those coke bottle glasses he wears? He can’t wear them in the pool." he laughed, trying to lighten the mood. It seemed to work, as Maisy cracked a small smile.

They walked back out to the pool, where Mack was hanging out with Howie and Elli. Mack had taken off his shirt and glasses, and was now in the pool with the kids. Maisy sat on the edge of the pool, still trying to cover herself, but not quite as frantically as before. Zane sat down next to her, his legs dangling in the water.

"You know, you don't have to cover yourself around me," he said, his voice low. "I like what I see."

Maisy blushed, but didn't say anything. She could feel the heat radiating off of Zane's body, and it was making her feel things she had never felt before. She had never been this close to a boy before, especially not while she was naked. She could feel her nipples hardening, and she hoped that Zane wouldn't notice.

But of course he did. "Are you cold?" he asked, reaching out to touch her arm. She shook her head, not trusting herself to speak. His hand moved up her arm, and she felt a jolt of electricity shoot through her body as he touched her shoulder. She could feel her breathing quicken.

Zane leaned in closer, his face just inches from hers. She could feel his warm breath on her skin, and she closed her eyes, waiting for what was to come. But just as she thought he was going to kiss her, he pulled away.

"You know, we should probably get something to eat," he said, standing up. "You hungry?"

She nodded, not sure what to say. She watched him walk away, her heart still pounding in her chest. She couldn't believe how close they had just been, and how disappointed she felt that he hadn't kissed her. She didn't understand her own feelings.

Zane gathered everyone, inviting them inside. "Who's hungry? I can make some grilled cheese sandwiches. I'm a pretty good cook if I do say so myself," he said, winking at Maisy. She couldn't help but smile, feeling a warmth spread through her body. She followed him inside, trying to ignore the way her body was reacting to him. She didn't know what was happening, but she liked it.

Mack, Elli, and Howie followed too, and they all gathered around the kitchen table. Maisy tried to sit down as modestly as she could, but she knew that both Zane and Mack could see everything. She tried not to think about it, and instead focused on the food. Zane made her a sandwich just the way she liked it, with extra cheese and the bread perfectly toasted. She couldn't believe how thoughtful he was being.

Just as they were halfway through their meal, Zane's dad came home for lunch. He walked into the kitchen, and stopped in his tracks when he saw Maisy sitting at the table, completely naked. "Uh... Zane, what's going on here?" he asked, his voice gruff.

Zane stood up, putting his hand on Maisy's shoulder. "Dad, this is our new neighbor, Maisy. She's staying with us for the day. Her mom had to work, and she wanted her to get to know some of the other kids in the neighborhood."

"I see. So why is she?..." his dad asked, his eyes darting between Maisy and his son.

Zane quickly rushed over to his dad before he could finish, wrapping his arm around his shoulder and leading him to the other side of the kitchen, out of earshot of Maisy and the others. "Dad, it's not what you think. Her mom is just one of those environmental freaks. She's got some weird thing about saving water, so she makes Maisy go naked over the summer so she doesn't have to do laundry. Maisy's a bit touchy about her mom making her do it, so don't ask her about it."

His dad looked over at Maisy, who was trying to act natural, but clearly uncomfortable. "Okay, but do you think it's a good idea for you to be hanging out with a naked girl all day? You know how your hormones get..."

"Dad, come on! I'm not that big of a pervert. You know I wouldn't do anything to her. I've been a perfect gentleman. Just ask her. Besides, Elli goes around naked half the time, and I've gotten used to it. Sure, Maisy's a hell of a lot prettier than Elli, but I think I'll be okay. We were just swimming and hanging out. Heck, when she's in the water, I can't even see her."

His dad looked over at Maisy again, and she gave him a nervous smile. He nodded his head. "Alright, just be careful. And keep your hands to yourself."

Zane promised he would, and his dad went into the pantry to find something to eat for his own lunch. When he came back out, he introduced himself to Maisy, who was still blushing from being seen naked by an adult, and an adult man at that. She didn't say much, but managed to get out a "nice to meet you" and a small smile.

After they finished eating, Zane wished his father well at work and showed him out. "Alright, dad, have fun with the computers at work or whatever you do. And don't forget to pick up dinner on your way home. You promised Mom you would."

As soon as his dad left, Zane picked up his phone to check on his text messages, finding one unread. He read a text from Taylor, a girl from his class who he often teased, and had a love-hate rivalry with. "Hey, butt head, did you forget about delivering the newsletters? My mom said she'd kick your ass if you don't get them done today." He had completely forgotten about his promise to deliver the neighborhood newsletters for the Homeowner's Association, a punishment he had gotten after he had pulled a prank on the girls' soccer team.

During their practice, he had set off the lawn sprinklers, drenching all the girls, to get a show of their wet t-shirts. Unfortunately for him, Taylor was one of the girls on the soccer team, and she was not happy about her wet t-shirt being seen by all the boys. So she had complained to her mother, the president of the HOA, and Zane had been sentenced to deliver the weekly newsletter for the next 6 months.

"Shit! I forgot all about it," He texted back. "Look, something's come up here that you're not going to believe. I've got a naked girl over here. Can you bring the newsletters to me?"

"What, your perpetually naked sister?" Taylor texted back.

"No, the new girl who moved in next door. She's here, and she's completely naked, and she's the same age as us. I told her mom that the HOA makes girls go naked over the summer to save on water, and she actually believed me! It's so funny. You have to come over and see."

"Won't she expect me to be naked then too, dummy?" Taylor asked.

"Hell yes! I don't see the issue. Get your naked ass over here!" Zane couldn't help smirking at his phone as he sent back the idea.

"If you think I'm going naked in front of you, Zane! " Taylor replied, with a couple angry face emojis. He could feel her anger radiating over the phone.

"Ok, ok, cool it. I was just joking! Just come over. I'll come up with some excuse for why you're not naked." He could only imagine the look on Taylor's face as she read the text. He knew that she would be over soon, just to see what was going on.

Zane walked back over to the table, where Maisy was still sitting, looking like she wanted to disappear into the wooden chair. Mack had put his thick-framed glasses back on, and his eyes kept darting from his sandwich to her bare breasts, then quickly away, only to snap back again a second later. His mouth was slightly open, and he seemed to be having a hard time not staring, his neck craning at an awkward angle every time he thought no one was looking.

"Hey Mack," Zane said with a snicker, "So, I have to deliver those newsletter to every house in the neighborhood. You remember? Think you could help a friend out and do half? I'll give you half my weekly allowance..." He made a grin of a beggar and held his hands together.

"Uh... sure, I guess," Mack stammered, snapping his attention back to his friend. "But only for your whole allowance." He could tell that Zane was up to something, but he didn't know what. He just hoped it wouldn't get them in trouble. Again.

"You drive a hard bargain, man, but alright. You got it. You're a lifesaver," Zane responded, feeling relief. Before he could say anything more, the doorbell went off. "Oh, that'll be Taylor with the newsletters," he said, heading towards the door.

"Taylor? Another boy??" Maisy felt the hairs on the back of her neck starting to stand up again.

"No, no. Taylor's a girl. She's in our class. She's alright, I guess, even if she is the president of the Bitchy Brigade."

Maisy felt a sudden sense of relief. It was just another girl. At least it wouldn't be another boy to ogle her. Then it dawned on her that per the HOA rules, the other girl would be naked too. Finally, she wouldn't be alone. Elli was fine company, but she was still a little kid compared to her. Zane had just said this Taylor girl was a classmate of his. She'd be another teenager like her.

But when Zane opened the door, it didn't reveal another naked teenage girl, but a very well put together girl in a skimpy summer dress. She was beautiful, with long blonde hair, bright blue eyes, and a smile that seemed to light up the room. Maisy felt her stomach drop, as she watched Taylor walk in and her eyes fall upon her naked body.

Taylor's eyes scanned Maisy's body from head to toe, a smirk forming on her lips. "Hello! You must be the new girl to the neighborhood. I'm Taylor Carlisle, cheerleader and Student Body Council Vice President at our high school. Welcome to The Orchards!" She held out her hand like a beauty pageant queen.

Maisy hesitated before taking it, her face turning bright red. She couldn't believe how confident Taylor was, how unbothered she was by the fact that Maisy was standing there completely naked. "Um... thanks. I'm Maisy May," she finally managed to say, shaking Taylor's hand. She felt so small and insignificant next to her.

"So, I see you got the memo about the HOA rule. It's very progressive and environmentally friendly, isn't it?" Taylor asked, a glint of mischief in her eye.

"Yeah, I guess. I'm still getting used to it," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper. She looked down at the floor, wishing she could disappear.

"Don't worry, Maisy, you'll get the hang of it. It's actually quite liberating once you get over the initial shock," Taylor said, placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder.

"So, why aren't you... Following the rule?" Maisy asked, confused.

Zane, feeling the tension rising, quickly intervened. "Oh, she's got a skin condition. Can't you tell? Psoriasis. Doctor's note and all. She has an exemption," he said, wrapping an arm around Maisy's shoulder. “She’s gotta wear the same dress for at least a week, per the HOA rules.” Taylor shot him a look of daggers, but he ignored her. He knew she wouldn't out him in front of the new girl, because she was enjoying this just as much as he was.

Taylor played along. "Yeah, it's such a bummer. I wish I could be as free as you. But alas, I have to wear clothes," she said, sighing dramatically.

Maisy felt a little better knowing that she wasn't the only one who wasn't comfortable with the "rule." But she still couldn't help feeling self-conscious around Taylor, who seemed to have it all together. It didn't feel fair to her that Taylor got to wear clothes while she wasn't allowed to.

"How did you get your exemption? Can I get one too?" Maisy asked, a hint of hope in her voice.

Taylor looked at her sympathetically. "I'm sorry, honey, it's not that easy. You have to have a legitimate medical reason, and it has to be approved by the HOA board. I'm sure you can imagine how strict they are about these things," she said, trying to sound as sincere as possible.

"Oh, hey, Taylor," Mack said, coming in from the kitchen. "You bring the newsletters?" He had always had a crush on Taylor, but she had never given him the time of day. He still held out hope though.

"Hey, Mack. Yeah, they're right here. Don't tell me, Zane's roped you into doing his work for him," Taylor made an eye roll, knowing full well that Mack would do anything Zane asked of him.

"It's only half. And hey, he's paying me," Mack shrugged.

"I'll bet," Taylor said, handing Mack a stack of newsletters. "Just make sure you get them all delivered by 5 pm. Trust me, my mom will know if you don't."

"You take the West side, and I'll take the East," Zane told his friend as he headed out the door, waving goodbye to Mack as he shoved the newsletters into the basket on his bike and rode off.

Zane turned to Taylor, suddenly realizing that he was supposed to watch his sister while his parents were out, and he wouldn't be able to do that and deliver the newsletters at the same time. "Crap. I forgot that I have to watch Elli while my parents are working. I can't leave her here alone."

"Don't worry about it. I can watch her," Taylor volunteered. "I can keep an eye on her and make sure she doesn't burn the house down."

Zane looked at Maisy, who was still standing awkwardly by the kitchen entrance, trying to cover her naked body with her arms. "You wanna go with me, Maisy? Get to know the neighborhood a bit?" he asked, trying to sound as casual as possible.

Maisy didn't really want to go with him, naked out in public, but she also didn't want to be left alone with Taylor, who seemed to be enjoying her embarrassment a little too much. She could see a glint of mischief in her blue eyes that made her feel uneasy. "Sure, why not," she said, trying to sound confident but failing miserably. "Taylor, can you keep an eye on Howie too?" she asked, looking over at her little brother. "That's my little brother."

"Of course," Taylor said, beaming a smile at Howie. "You guys go have fun. We'll be fine here." She waved them off, watching as Maisy hesitantly followed Zane out the door, still trying to cover herself as much as possible.

A creeping chill, entirely incongruent from the humid summer air, snaked up Maisy's spine as Zane's words finally settled. The agreement she'd just made, a pact to remain unclothed, exposed, under the open sky with him, landed in her stomach like a stone. Every unseen window in the surrounding buildings suddenly felt like a thousand unblinking eyes, and the prospect of their gazes, of unknown witnesses to her vulnerability, sent a wave of unwanted heat through her. The world seemed to tilt, the edges of her vision blurring as the full, crushing weight of what she'd consented to bore down upon her.

[Freesub]

It's time for a naked haunt around the neighbourhood

Also just a wild guess, but is Taylor going to end up naked in front of all the boys at some point in this story? I just felt like it from the way it was written

[jojo12026]

Yes to Taylor naked! Yes to the Orchards accepting Maisy Mays nudity. Zane and Maisy go to Macks house. This is getting good!

[mikewozere]

Looking forward to reading more!
Will Maisy end up being seen nude by every boy in her new school?

Will Zane & Mack take photos too, I wonder?

[Hooked6]

I LOVE Taylor and her "psoriasis" excuse. Pretty clever. Not sure what excuses will be used for other clothed girls she may meet though. Her attitude was perfect - "Yeah, it's such a bummer. I wish I could be as free as you. But alas, I have to wear clothes," she said, sighing dramatically. Great addition!

Hooked6

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[Somebody]

I must concur. Though it was a little odd how the next thing she said was that she's glad someone else is uncomfortable with it. Since Taylor just got done saying how she actually would be.

[WingDing]

I have a suspicion that the HOA actually passes the rule by the end of the story.