Juniper's Pov
The soft light of morning filters through the curtains as I wake up, the sound of waves crashing against the shore a gentle reminder of where I am. Today is our last day at the beach house, and I’m determined to make the most of it despite the lingering awkwardness with Theodore.
I stretch and get out of bed, walking over to the window to check the weather. The sky is a perfect shade of blue, and the sun is already warming the sand. It looks like an ideal morning for one last swim.
But as my eyes drift to the ocean, I spot Theodore in the water, his strong strokes cutting through the waves. My stomach twists at the thought of sharing a space so calming with him, knowing it would only invite more tension.
No, I need this morning to myself.
Turning away from the window, I
