Laura
Wrapped up in Jake's arms, I felt a happiness I hadn't experienced in a long time. His warmth, the steady rise and fall of his chest beneath my cheek, the soft hum of the waves outside, it all felt surreal. I couldn't believe this had actually happened. I was still catching my breath, basking in the sweet euphoria of the moment, letting my mind replay every little detail, from the way his hands had gripped me to the intensity in his eyes when he looked at me. For a brief moment, everything was perfect.
Lying there, tangled up in his arms, I let out a contented sigh, snuggling closer. This was what I'd wanted for so long, what I'd dreamed of. To love and be loved. Jake. Us. Someone to love. It felt right, at least, it did to me.
