beyond the outback

chapter 6- sams surprise

A few days later, Sam's girlfriend, Mia, arrived, and the atmosphere shifted slightly. Evelyn felt a mix of excitement and apprehension. While she was eager to meet Mia, she also worried about how this new dynamic might affect her budding relationship with Colby. Would Mia feel out of place in their wild adventures?

When Mia stepped out of the car, she was all smiles, with long, wavy hair and an easygoing charm. "Evelyn! So nice to finally meet you!" she exclaimed, giving her a warm hug.

"Great to meet you too, Mia! Welcome to limestone station!" Evelyn replied, forcing a smile despite her inner tension.

As they settled in, Evelyn decided to keep the spirit of adventure alive. "I hope you're ready for some fun! We have a lot planned!"

Mia's eyes lit up with enthusiasm. "Absolutely! I can't wait to see what you guys do out here."

That evening, they gathered around the campfire. Sam told stories about their recent adventures in the city, while Evelyn listened intently, occasionally exchanging glances with Colby, who sat next to her. The chemistry between them felt electric, but she could sense Mia's keen interest in trying to be part of the group.

"So, Evelyn," Mia began, "Sam tells me you're quite the racer. I'd love to see you in action!"

Evelyn smiled. "I have a motocross race this weekend. You're welcome to join us!"

Mia nodded, but Evelyn could sense a hint of doubt in her expression. "That sounds exciting! I've never seen a race before."

Colby jumped in, "You're going to love it! Evelyn is a total badass on the track."

Evelyn's cheeks flushed at his words, but she also saw a flicker of uncertainty cross Mia's face. She quickly added, "It's not just about winning; it's about the thrill and the adrenaline."

Mia forced a smile, "That sounds fun. I'm more of a beach girl, to be honest."

As they continued chatting, Evelyn noticed how Mia attempted to steer conversations toward more conventional topics, like fashion and shopping. She could feel the tension mounting. Colby seemed engaged, but Evelyn sensed that Mia's presence was shifting the group dynamic.

After the campfire wound down, Evelyn pulled Colby aside, wanting to gauge his feelings. "Hey, what do you think of Mia?" she asked, trying to sound casual.

Colby scratched his head, glancing back at the others. "She seems nice, but I don't know if she really fits in with what we're doing. It feels different with her around."

"I know what you mean," Evelyn replied, biting her lip. "I don't want her to feel excluded, but I also want us to have our fun. I love this lifestyle, and it feels so... freeing to be out here."

"Exactly. It's why I love being here with you," Colby said, his voice sincere. "We can show her what the outback is all about, but I think we need to make sure she understands that it's not all about the usual Instagram-perfect stuff."

Evelyn smiled at him, feeling a rush of warmth. "Agreed. We can introduce her to some real adventures. And I'll show her how to ride a motorbike, too!"

Colby chuckled. "I'd pay to see that!"