America
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" Please tell me you know where we're going "
I groaned as we navigated through the bustling harbor.
" Solange! "
Came an obnoxiously loud voice, breaking through the chatter. We both turned to see a tall lanky silhouette waving from an impressively sleek massive boat. It gleamed under the lights, a stark contrast to the smaller vessels bobbing nearby.
" Hey! Come on up! "
He gestured enthusiastically, clearly excited to see us.
" you left out how loaded these guys are! "
I whisper - yelled, nudging her as we made our way over.
" Probably daddy's money "
she shrugs, a sly grin on her face.
As we approached the vessel, one of the guys; a tall blonde with tan skin, probably around our age steps forward to welcome us onboard
" Hey,"
he called out, flashing his 32
" Hey "
Solange replied, her cheeks flushing slightly as she turned to face him. I could see her trying to play it cool, but the sparkle in her eyes betrayed her excitement.
"And you must be America! She told me all about you! "
He turned to me, extending a hand
" I'm Jake! "
I felt a flutter of nerves but smiled back and took his hand in a sweaty handshake.
" Nice to meet you, Jake "
" Glad to have you! We're just about to set sail."
His enthusiasm was infectious, and I couldn't help but smile.
" Absolutely! "
Solange chimed in, practically bouncing with excitement.
" Let me introduce you to everyone "
Jake said, leading us onto the boat. I glanced around, taking in the scene: Soft music blared from a speaker, it's a Lana del Rey's song - Salvatore. A group of friends sprawled out on the deck, some sipping drinks, others leaned against the rail. The atmosphere was relaxed, filled with easy laughter.
" This is liam and Harper."
He gestured toward a blonde and brunette couple lounging together.
" They've had a few already, so watch out for them."
He said, leading us away from the intoxicated couple.
"And over there is our captain, Noah!"
He mock - salutes a shirtless guy with sun - bleached hair and freckles on his face.
" Hey welcome!"
He grins, showing off his gapped teeth.
" Grab a drink "
He said, shoving cold beer cans into our hands.
" Thanks "
I reply, feeling the chill of the can against my palm. Solange downs hers in one go and reaches into the styrofoam cooler for another.
As they fired up the boats engines, the sound vibrated through the air
" Let's hit the water!"
Noah shouted, thrusting his fist into the air.
As we pulled from the dock, my heart raced with the thrill of the open water ahead. The coastline faded behind us, revealing endless blue stretching out to meet the sky. The laughter of the group mingled with the soft music and waves crashing against the hull, a symphony of youth and freedom.
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RomanceNOTE: This book was formerly titled IX chel. America would do anything to return back to the future, after slipping through the fabric of time, but escaping is nearly impossible when she's hunted by the tyrant Queen who sees her existence as a thre...
