MANDY The sun was shining brightly down on my skin, warming it. Each wave of the Atlantic was a warm caress to my soul. It was the kind of touch that could make you forget your worries for a while. This was my comfort place. “Mandy?” I heard a familiar voice as I looked up to see who was calling my name. Oh God. Of all the beaches and all day… “James?” I called his name as he looked at me like he had forgotten how he made his way to the beach. I didn't want to see him, I didn't want to talk to him, yet he was there, gazing at me. He was wearing sunglasses and a little smile on his face. The same smile that would make my knees weak and make my heart flutter. “Why are you here?” I asked, trying to keep my tone even. What was I supposed to tell my ex? I mean, it's been less than

