~Sophia
The sun dipped low in the sky, casting a warm, golden hue over Nathaniel’s sprawling estate. The pool shimmered under the evening light, and there he was, effortlessly lounging in the water like some kind of Greek god. His dark hair was slicked back, water droplets clinging to his skin as he sipped from a glass of wine.
The sight of him made my breath hitch. Nathaniel had a way of owning any space he was in, and this poolside scene was no exception. He turned his head slightly, catching me watching from the edge of the patio.
“Are you just going to stand there, or are you going to join me?” he called out, a playful grin tugging at his lips.
I smirked, slipping off my sandals. “Maybe I’m just enjoying the view.”
His laugh echoed across the water, rich and deep. “Well, I
