Beneath the surface

Chapter 8

Ava spent the next day lounging by the pool with Emily and Ariel, enjoying the sun and each other's company. They laughed, shared stories, and had a great time.

As they were getting ready for dinner, Ava noticed Ethan walking towards a secluded area of the resort. She excused herself to grab a drink and followed him from a distance.

That's when she saw him meet with a shady-looking guy. They exchanged a few words, and Ava couldn't help but feel a sense of unease.

She quickly returned to her friends, trying not to think too much about what she had just seen. But the image lingered in her mind, making her wonder what Ethan was involved in.

Ava decided to push the matter of the shady guy behind her and focus on having fun with her friends. Their decided to go to a club downtown.

Ava, Emily, and Ariel spent hours getting ready for the night out at the club. They curled their hair, applied bold makeup, and slipped into their favorite dresses. Ava felt like a million bucks in her red mini-dress and heels.

As they finished getting dressed, they took selfies, giggling and admiring their reflections. "Tonight's going to be epic!" Ariel exclaimed.

The three friends headed to the club, dancing and laughing as they walked in. The music was pulsating, and the crowd was electric. Ava felt carefree, letting loose and enjoying the moment.

As they sipped their drinks and enjoyed the music, Ava's eyes scanned the crowd. That's when she saw him - Ethan, standing across the room, looking out of place among the partygoers.

Ava's curiosity got the better of her. She excused herself to grab another drink and made her way closer to Ethan. As she observed him from a distance, she noticed he seemed to be waiting for someone. Ava's investigative instincts kicked in, and she decided to dig deeper.

She slipped into the crowd, trying not to draw attention to herself. Who was Ethan meeting, and what was he involved in? Ava was determined to find out.

Ava tried to follow Ethan, but he disappeared into the crowd. She searched for him, but it was no use. Deciding to let go, she rejoined her friends on the dance floor.

The music was infectious, and Ava lost herself in the beat. She danced with Emily and Ariel, laughing and having the time of her life.

Just as she was getting into the zone, Ariel grabbed her arm and pulled her close. "Girl, I want you to meet someone!" Ariel exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

Ava raised an eyebrow, curious about who Ariel was talking about. That's when she saw him - a tall, chiseled guy with piercing blue eyes and a charming smile.

"Hey, this is Max," Ariel said, nudging Ava forward. "We met at the bar earlier."

Ava smiled, feeling a spark of attraction. Max was charming, and they quickly hit it off, dancing and laughing together.

As the night wore on, Ava found herself having a great time with Max. She was starting to forget about Ethan and the mystery surrounding him.

Let's keep the story light and fun.

Ava and Max danced together, laughing and joking around. They talked about their favorite music, movies, and hobbies. Ava was surprised by how easy it was to talk to Max.

As the night wore on, Max suggested they grab some fresh air on the balcony. Ava agreed, and they stepped outside, enjoying the cool breeze.

The view of the city was stunning, and Ava felt a sense of freedom. Max stood close to her, and Ava felt a spark of attraction.

"I'm having a great time tonight," Ava said, smiling up at Max.

"Me too," Max replied, smiling back. "Maybe we can do it again sometime?"

Ava's heart skipped a beat. She was definitely interested.

Ava smiled, feeling a connection with Max. "I'd like that," she said, exchanging numbers with him.

As they parted ways, Ava rejoined her friends on the dance floor. Emily and Ariel were grinning from ear to ear.

"So, what's going on with you and Max?" Emily asked, raising an eyebrow.

Ava blushed, feeling a flutter in her chest. "I think we might hang out again sometime," she said, smiling.

The three friends danced and laughed together, enjoying the rest of the night. Ava felt carefree and happy, the music and lights adding to her excitement.

As the night drew to a close, Ava and her friends decided it was time to head back to the resort. They said their goodbyes to Max, and Ava couldn't help but wonder if she'd see him again soon.