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Thirty

The next morning, I woke up feeling refreshed and content from the day before. The sun was shining through the curtains, and the room was filled with a warm, golden light. I stretched lazily in bed, feeling a gentle thrill at the memory of yesterday's adventure with Colby.

I heard movement in the kitchen and decided to get up, my stomach rumbling with hunger. As I made my way downstairs, I found Colby in the kitchen, flipping pancakes and humming along to the upbeat music playing from the speaker. His easygoing demeanor made me smile.

"Good morning!" I said, my voice filled with cheer.

Colby looked up, his face lighting up at the sight of me. "Morning! I thought I'd make us a little breakfast to start the day off right."

"Perfect timing," I said, grabbing a cup of coffee and taking a seat at the kitchen counter. "I was just about to raid the fridge."

Colby poured a generous stack of pancakes onto a plate and set it in front of me, along with a dollop of butter and a drizzle of syrup. "Enjoy. I hope you're not too tired from yesterday."

I took a bite and sighed with contentment. "This is amazing, Colby. Thanks! And no, I'm not too tired. I'm actually really energized. Yesterday was so much fun."

"I'm glad you think so," Colby said, taking a seat next to me with his own plate of pancakes. "It was great to see you having such a good time."

We chatted casually as we ate, discussing our plans for the day. Colby mentioned wanting to go through the footage from yesterday and work on editing the video. I suggested we make a day of it, maybe work on some new ideas for upcoming content. Colby agreed enthusiastically, and we spent the morning brainstorming creative concepts.

After breakfast, we headed into the living room to set up our workstations. Colby pulled out his laptop and began reviewing the footage, while I sat with my notebook, jotting down ideas and making notes about potential video themes.

The atmosphere was light and productive, with Colby occasionally making funny comments about the footage, causing me to laugh. As we worked, I couldn't help but notice how natural and easy everything felt. We were in sync, both creatively and personally.

Around noon, Devyn and Sam joined us, their arrival bringing a burst of energy to the room. Devyn was carrying a bag of snacks and a few magazines, while Sam had a stack of board games.

"Hey, everyone!" Devyn announced, setting down the snacks on the coffee table. "We thought we'd join in on the fun and bring some extra treats."

"Perfect timing," Colby said, looking up from his laptop. "We're just finishing up some ideas. Want to help us brainstorm?"

Sam grinned and plopped down on the couch, pulling out a game. "Sure! And if brainstorming gets boring, we can always play a game or two."

The afternoon flew by as we alternated between working on video ideas, snacking on treats, and playing board games. The lively atmosphere was infectious, and I found myself laughing and enjoying the company of my friends more than ever.

As the day turned into evening, the energy shifted from productive to relaxed. We decided to have a movie night, complete with popcorn and cozy blankets. Colby set up the projector and we all settled down on the couch, ready to unwind.

The movie played in the background, but my mind was elsewhere. As I sat next to Colby, I couldn't help but think about the growing closeness between us. The little touches, the shared smiles, and the easy conversation all hinted at something deeper. I had been trying to ignore these feelings, but they seemed to grow stronger with each passing day.

Colby's hand brushed against mine as he reached for some popcorn, and I felt a rush of warmth. I tried to focus on the movie, but my thoughts kept drifting back to the beach, to our laughter, and to the way he looked at me with such genuine affection.

The movie ended, and everyone began to drift off to their rooms. Colby and I lingered in the living room, tidying up and chatting about our plans for the next day. The conversation felt easy, and the silence between us was comfortable.

As we were about to head to bed, Colby stopped and looked at me. "Hey, Blair, I wanted to talk to you about something."

My heart skipped a beat. "Sure, what's up?"

Colby hesitated for a moment, then said, "I've been thinking about how much fun we've had lately and how close we've become. I really value our friendship, and I'm glad we've been able to spend so much time together."

I felt a flutter in my chest, my mind racing with possibilities. "I feel the same way, Colby. It's been great having you in my life."

He smiled and took a deep breath. "I just wanted you to know that I appreciate you, and I'm here for you, no matter what. We make a great team, and I wouldn't trade our friendship for anything."

His words made my heart swell. I wanted to tell him how I felt, to admit the growing attraction I had for him, but the moment felt too delicate. Instead, I simply nodded and smiled.

"Thanks, Colby. That means a lot."

We shared a warm hug before heading to our separate rooms. As I lay in bed, I replayed our conversation in my mind. The feelings I had tried so hard to ignore were now undeniable, and I knew that I needed to confront them.

As sleep finally began to take hold, I resolved to take things one step at a time. I had feelings for Colby, and while it was confusing, I was determined to figure things out. For now, I would focus on enjoying the moments we shared and see where things led.

The days ahead were uncertain, but with Colby by my side, I felt ready to face whatever came my way. And for the first time in a long while, I was looking forward to the future with a sense of hope and excitement.