Chapter 2

Reluctantly, Aria agrees. They decide on a beach-themed lingerie haul, thinking it’s a way to give their audience a taste of what they’re asking for without fully committing to a risque direction. The shoot goes better than expected, with the sun-kissed beach as a picturesque backdrop for their giggles and playful banter. They’re careful to stay within the realm of tasteful, but the excitement from their growing fanbase is palpable.

As they upload the video to @usingmusic9 on youtube, they watch the views tick up, the comments rolling in faster than ever before. The thirsty comments section is a mix of praise for their beauty and requests for more intimate content. The girls’ cheeks burn as they read some of the more explicit comments, and they realize with a start that their little project has become something much bigger.

Their newfound popularity doesn’t go unnoticed by their classmates. At school the next day, they’re met with whispers and knowing glances in the hallways. Some of the guys seem more eager to talk to them, and the girls can’t help but feel a thrill of power. But there’s also a darker side: a rumor has started that they’re “easy,” and some of their female classmates give them the cold shoulder. The three friends huddle together at lunch, discussing the sudden change in dynamics. “This isn’t what we signed up for,” Aria murmurs, pushing her food around her plate.

Mia, ever the diplomat, tries to keep their spirits high. “We’re just giving the people what they want, right?” she says with a forced smile. But Luna seems to be thriving on the attention. “We’re influencers now, guys. This is just part of the gig,” she says, popping a grape into her mouth. She’s already planning their next video, a risky concept that involves a game of “truth or dare” in their skimpiest outfits.

The comments on their latest video are a blend of excitement and anticipation, with their male fans eagerly awaiting more. A few of the girls’ female classmates approach them, their eyes wide with a mix of jealousy and curiosity. “How do you guys come up with such amazing content?” one asks, while another whispers, “You guys are so brave.” Mia and Aria exchange a look, unsure if they should be flattered or concerned.

That weekend, the trio gathers in Mia’s bedroom again, the walls now plastered with fan art and printouts of positive comments. Luna is already dressed in a barely-there bikini, looking every bit the part of the seductive influencer she’s become. “Alright, so for the truth or dare video, we’ll start with easy dares, and if we get enough likes, we’ll move on to the juicier ones,” she says, her eyes gleaming with excitement. Mia and Aria, still in their school uniforms, look at each other nervously.

Aria fidgets with her phone, scrolling through a list of potential dares. “I don’t know, Luna. This seems ... a bit much,” she says, her voice wavering. Mia nods in agreement, tugging at her collar. “We could just stick to outfit tries on, maybe some dance challenges?” she suggests, trying to steer the conversation back to their original, more innocent content.

Luna pouts, her expression playfully dramatic. “Come on, you guys. Live a little!” she says, her eyes pleading. “We’re not going full porn or anything, just having a bit of fun.” She winks, hoping to lighten the mood. After a moment of tension, Mia sighs. “Okay, fine. But let’s keep it light-hearted, okay?” Aria nods, visibly relieved.