The carousel area was packed, and Sara hadn’t noticed Frank’s earlier movements. By the time it was their turn to board, Frank returned just in time.
Sara was practically bursting with excitement. She grabbed Frank's hand and bounced up onto the carousel platform.
Frank's heart raced like a runaway train.
Sara had actually taken his hand!
They were towards the back of the line, and by the time they got on, all the double seats were taken.
Sara pointed to the seat next to her, “Frank, you can sit there.”
Frank didn’t care much about the seat itself—being close to Sara was enough.
As the carousel began to spin, the surrounding noises faded into the background for Frank. His focus was entirely on Sara.
Watching her smile, Frank found himself utterly captivated.
Since Sara had moved i
