Touching Shadows

You have reached your destination

AUDREY

The car pulled up, and the chauffeur turned in his seat.

"Miss, we have arrived."

I sat there, still trying to work out what I was doing.

"Umm... yes... ok..."

He smiled at my uncertainty, and got out to walk around the car. Opening the door for me, he pointed on my duffel bag on the seat next to me.

"I believe you need to look in the front pocket, Miss. Have an enjoyable trip."

I got out of the car, and found a bench seat to lower myself down on. The driver tipped his hat and left. Unzipping the front pocket, I found another blue folder. Inside was a return plane ticket.
First class. A stopover in Tahiti. Then on to Bora Bora. Leaving in an hour

How was this real? I felt dizzy with excitement and confusion, but I needed to check in.

I stood with my bag and walked towards the airport entrance.

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I had finally landed in Bora Bora. A man was waiting for me at the airport, and took me to a resort on the island and I was directed to my accommodation. I couldn't drag my eyes away from the window of the plane, and then from the car as I passed stunning beaches and tropical plants. And then I walked into my private bungalow, which perched over the aquamarine water and had views all the way to the Mount Otemanu.

A blue folder was waiting for me on the huge, luxury bed. Opening it, I read.

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Get dressed in something that makes you feel amazing.
Then go to the restaurant.
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I opened my bag and found clothes I had never seen before. All of these were new.

I pulled out an outfit and tried it on. Gorgeous flowing silk sat on my body like it was made for me. The beautiful floral print was set of perfectly by the matching emerald pants. I walked to the bathroom with my wash bag, and opened it on the counter. New makeup as well?

I brushed my teeth and washed the weariness from my eyes, then applied some simple makeup, before braiding my hair in a long strand that rested over my right shoulder.

Returning to the open bedroom/living area, I slipped on my sandals and was ready for dinner. Following the signs, Imade my way to the restaurant, taking in the gorgeous view as I went. A woman told me to follow her to my reserved table when I gave my name.

And there he was. Waiting for me.

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COHEN

I looked up and saw her come in. She hadn't seen me yet. I was a huge ball of nerves, and had about 5 seconds to get it together before she saw me.

The waitress pointed to our table and her eyes finally found mine. The look of suprise on her face was profound.

"Cohen!?"

"Hey Red, you made it."

She just stood there, staring at me.

"Catching flies with that pretty mouth of yours? I can think of other things I'd rather have for dinner myself..."