Zayde's Point of View
Jason, Jack, and I are walking down the hallway from my office, casually discussing patrols.
We can faintly hear laughter, music and people talking from outside, drawing our attention.
"Sounds like someone is throwing a party down there."
Jason says and Jack nods.
"Probably the girls. Should we investigate?"
We step out onto the deck, the bright sunlight blinding me for a second. My eyes scan over the pool, and then I freeze. My entire body goes still.
Chloe is reclining on a lounge chair in her tiny black swimsuit, laughing at something the guy in front of her said, her hair and skin glowing in the sun. For a moment, time stands still, and I forget how to breathe.
"Damn."
I murmur softly.
"What?"
Jason asks from behind me and I shake my head, quickly tur
