love is in the water

getting to know eachother more

The sun began to dip below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the water as Lena and Rob sat side by side on the wooden bench, the gentle lapping of waves providing a soothing backdrop.

"I can't believe I'm actually here," Lena said, glancing out at the shimmering sea. "It feels like a dream."

Rob chuckled, running a hand through his hair. "I know what you mean. Back home, I was just another guy cathing snakes . Now I'm here, trying to find love on an island. Crazy, right?"

Lena smiled, her eyes sparkling. "So, what was life like before all this? Tell me about your family."

Rob leaned back, a nostalgic smile creeping onto his face. "Well, my family is a bit chaotic. I've got two younger sisters who think they're the stars of the show. My mom is super supportive, always cheering us on. My dad? He's a bit of a jokester. He once showed up at my soccer game dressed as a giant chicken to make me laugh."

Lena laughed, imagining the scene. "That sounds hilarious! My dad used to do goofy stuff like that too... but I didn't have him for long. He passed away when I was young."

Rob turned to her, his expression softening. "I'm so sorry, Lena. That must have been really hard."

She nodded, her voice quiet. "It was. It's just been my brother and me since then. We've had to lean on each other a lot. He's my rock."

Rob looked at her with empathy. "That's really special. What about your relationships? Any serious ones?"

Lena took a deep breath, a shadow crossing her face. "I was married for a while, but it turned out to be really toxic. It was a tough experience, and I lost a lot of myself in that relationship. It took me a long time to rebuild." It was a very absive 

Rob's expression shifted to one of concern. "I'm sorry to hear that. It sounds like a difficult journey."

"Yeah, it was," Lena replied, her gaze distant. "But I learned a lot about what I want and deserve. My brother and I keep each other grounded, and he always reminds me that I'm worth more than how I was treated."

Rob nodded, understanding the weight of her words. "That's so important. My best friend went through a tough breakup recently, and it reminded me how crucial it is to have a solid support system. You really need people who lift you up."

A comfortable silence settled between them, the connection palpable. Rob looked into Lena's eyes, sensing the moment was right. "Can I kiss you?" he asked softly, his voice barely above a whisper.

Lena felt her heart race. "Yes," she replied, a smile breaking through her earlier vulnerability.

Rob leaned in, their lips meeting gently at first. The kiss deepened, becoming a long, tender exploration as they lost themselves in the moment. The world around them faded, and all that existed was the warmth of each other's embrace.

As the last rays of sunlight faded into twilight, Rob turned to Lena with a playful glint in his eyes. "How about a piggyback ride to the make-up  room? I think it's the perfect way to keep this moment going."

Lena laughed, a mix of surprise and delight. "Are you serious?"

"Absolutely! Climb on!" he said, crouching down playfully.

With a smile, Lena hopped onto his back, wrapping her arms around his neck as he stood up, effortlessly lifting her. She felt a rush of exhilaration as Rob began to walk, their laughter echoing through the evening air.

"Okay, Mr. Strongman, let's see what you've got!" she teased, playfully nudging him.

Rob grinned, his muscles flexing as he picked up the pace. "You're not too heavy, but I might need to hit the gym after this!"