Naime sat in the folding chair, savoring her coffee and the serene beauty of the beach. The waves gently lapped at the shore, and the starry sky above made her feel small but at peace. She had lost count of how many cups of coffee she had consumed today, but the comforting warmth was a small solace.
“This is life! So fresh, so wide, so pretty!” she exclaimed, breathing in the salty sea air.
“Just like you?” Drake’s voice came from behind her, and she turned to see him standing with his hands casually tucked in his pockets. “Aren’t you getting cold out here?” he asked, his gaze softening as he approached her.
“It’s not too cold. I can handle it. And you’re here again? What if your family sees you?”
“They’re all inside, having a good time. They won’t mind. I volunteered to check on you,”
