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“I can totally understand. Let’s do something fun instead. Interested in a walk on the beach?” “That sounds perfect. Let me change out of my yoga gear, and I’ll be right back.” I hurried upstairs and put on fresh leggings and a comfy sweater, along with some sunscreen. The days had gotten progressively cooler since I’d arrived, but the sun still packed a punch. When I went back downstairs, I located Santino first and let him know our plans, then found Haley gazing out the window at the beach. “I’m all ready. Do you need any sunscreen or anything?” “Oh! Nah, I’ll be fine without. I’m used to the sun.” She slipped her shoes off but kept her purse clutched in her hands. “All ready!” I smiled and slid the glass door open, Haley and Santino following me out and down the patio steps toward the s
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