The sun burned hotter than I remembered. I adjusted the strap of my bikini top and stared out at the water I hadn't seen in years.
It had been a long time since I'd tanned, or been to the beach at all. I'd been too busy with school, projects… and dreaming about my sister's fiancé. Apparently, that took up a surprising amount of time.
I sat beneath an umbrella, sipping Coke and listening to the wind while the sea rolled with the current. The waves were slow today, peaceful, and envied that. Since it was a private beach, I was the only soul around.Just how I wanted it.
I needed to clear my head after yesterday. Just breathe and just exist. I was stupid to think Maurice didn't know about me and Darnell. He clearly knew everything and had only been fishing for my reaction.
The moment I fig
