Mark watched as Alex picked Kendra up and threw her over his shoulder. She shrieked in protest, laughing as she playfully smacked his back, but Alex only grinned and carried her toward the pool. With a mischievous glint in his eye, he tossed his phone and keys onto a chair before jumping in, fully clothed—shoes and all—taking Kendra with him.
Water splashed everywhere as they resurfaced, both laughing breathlessly. Kendra slicked her wet hair back, water droplets glistening on her skin. Alex’s soaked shirt clung to his body, outlining his toned frame as he ran his hands through his hair, eyes locked on Kendra like she was the only thing in the world.
Mark swallowed hard, gripping the counter as he watched through the window.
Alex waded toward Kendra, his hands gently cupping her face. H
