You Only Live Once

Chapter Twenty Seven

Sebastian and Jamie arrived in Santa Monica just as the sun was beginning to set into orange and pink swirls across the sky, reflecting into the ocean. The couple walked into the same hotel that they had stayed in before after they parked the car near the pier and placed their bags on the bed.

Jamie smiled at Sebastian before turning and unlocking the balcony doors to open them and let a breeze in. "It's so peaceful here."

He sighed with contentment as he walked up behind her, wrapping his arms around her waist and resting his chin on her shoulder. "It's almost as beautiful as you," Seb whispered, kissing her cheek.

"Such a charmer," she murmured, leaning her head against his. "I love it here."

"Any time you want to come here, just say so," he told her.

Jamie smiled then turned and placed a lingering kiss on his cheek. "I can do that." She wrapped one arm above her head so she could run her fingers through his hair.

A comfortable silence fell over them for the next few minutes as they enjoyed each other's company. Sebastian finally broke the silence though. "Did you want to go to the beach? Or would you rather order room service and stay in for the night?"

"A night walk does sound nice," she murmured in reply, watching as the sun touched the water. "There's still a little light left in the day."

Sebastian nodded then pulled her in tighter as he kissed her neck softly. He felt her smile as his lips grazed against her skin. "Do you want to eat first? Or should we go now?"

"Are you hungry?" she countered, turning so she could brush her lips against his in a soft kiss. "We could eat now, or wait. Either way, I'll be happy."

"Depends if you want to walk while the sun is setting," he shrugged. "But, I am just fine watching the sun set from here."

"I'm okay with that too," she said softly. "We can order whatever you're in the mood for."

Seb reluctantly let her go and walked back into the room for the room service menu. "Do you want anything special?" he called to her.

Jamie turned and watched Sebastian as he flipped through the binder. "Would it be bad to ask for steak? That sounds kind of amazing right now."

"Of course. How do you like your steak cooked?" he asked, looking over his shoulder to look at her.

"Medium rare," she answered. "It's so good that way." Jamie walked into the bedroom and sat on the edge of the bed, watching as Sebastian rifled through the binder while he paced back and forth. Is something on his mind?

Sebastian picked up the room phone and walked into the living room area to place an order for them. He got them each a steak along with some fries, fruit, and veggies to split. He ordered some sparkling water for himself, and some wine for the pair of them. Once he hung up, he sat in the chair for a moment, his mind was racing with so many things and he just needed to take a minute to breathe.

Eventually, he got up and walked to Jamie in the bedroom. "Food should be here soon," he said, placing a quick kiss on her cheek.

Jamie nodded, noting the tired look in his eyes. "Sebastian? Are you alright?" she asked softly.

"Yeah, sweetheart, I'm alright. Just... a little nervous I guess," he smiled, trying to reassure her as much as himself.

"Nervous? About your role?" she guessed. Jamie turned and reached for his hand, squeezing it gently.

Seb chuckled a little, "No. The role should be easy and fun. I mean, it does involve the movie, I suppose, but not my role in it."

Jamie furrowed her brow at him. "What is it, honey?"