After putting on a black outfit, Laura didn't feel so embarrassed. She knew how to swim because there was a pool at her mother's house, where she and her sisters spent hours together.
Laura entered the water and let herself float. The temperature was perfect, and she felt relaxed. She submerged and swam across the pool, her loose hair making her feel free. When she placed her hand on the edge and then opened her eyes, she saw Marco sitting, wearing only baggy shorts.
Marco stood up, sat on the edge of the pool, then entered the water and put his arms around her waist.
"Everything okay?"
Laura gave him a bright smile.
"Everything. Weren't you going to have dinner with your friend inside?"
"Is that why you put on a bikini? Because you thought I wouldn't be around?"
"No, you know that'
