Silent longing

Allison

Ally's heart raced as she and Jace descended the stairs to the beach, her breath catching in her throat as her eyes lingered on his shirtless form. She couldn't help but steal a glance at him, her cheeks flushing at the sight of his toned physique and the way the sunlight danced across his skin. His wet hair glistened in the sunlight, and Ally found herself captivated by his effortless charm.

As they unloaded the beach essentials from the car, Ally couldn't shake the weight of the unopened letter that lay nestled in her bag. She stole a glance at Jace, wondering if she should confide in him about her fears. With a deep breath, she finally spoke up, her voice trembling slightly as she shared her concerns about the mysterious letter she received the day before. Jace listened intently, his reassuring presence a comforting anchor amidst her swirling emotions.

In the water, as they engaged in their playful water fight, Ally couldn't help but admire the way Jace's laughter filled the air, his smile lighting up the beach. Despite the coolness of the water, she felt a warmth spreading through her as they splashed and teased each other, their connection growing stronger with each passing moment

In the water, as they engaged in their playful water fight, Ally couldn't help but admire the way Jace's laughter filled the air, his smile lighting up the beach. Despite the coolness of the water, she felt a warmth spreading through her as they splashed and teased each other, their connection growing stronger with each passing moment.

As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the beach, Ally couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment wash over her. And as they drove home together, Ally couldn't shake the feeling that perhaps there was something more between her and Jace, something worth exploring in the days to come.

As Jace pulled up to Ally's house, the fading sunlight cast a warm glow over the scene, illuminating their faces as they exchanged lingering glances. With a playful smile, Jace teased Ally about their day at the beach, his words laced with subtle flirtation that sent a shiver down her spine. With a soft laugh, Ally playfully nudged him, her heart fluttering with excitement and anticipation. As she stepped out of the car, their eyes met one last time, a silent promise lingering in the air before she disappeared into her house, leaving Jace with thoughts of her lingering in his mind.

With newfound courage bolstered by Jace's support, she ascended the steps to her front door, the weight of the unopened letter heavy in her hand. With trembling fingers, she reached for the envelope, her heart pounding with anticipation. But just as she was about to tear it open, a sudden knock at the door interrupted her, leaving the contents of the letter shrouded in mystery for a little while longer.