The car raced along the winding mountain road, climbing higher until Natalie could see the resort at the summit. The place was ablaze with lights, alive with the energy of the event.
Eric glanced over. “We’ll probably be staying here tonight. Did you bring any toiletries or essentials?”
Natalie shook her head. “I didn’t know.”
Jayden hadn’t said anything to her.
“Don’t worry. The Perez family should have everything prepared for their guests.”
The car finally reached the top layer of the road, where traffic slowed as more vehicles piled up. Eric switched on the car’s radio and asked Natalie if she wanted to listen to anything, but she shook her head. This rare moment of quiet was more than enough.
Eric respected her silence and didn’t press further.
After some time, they arriv
