Dangerous connection (Freenbecky)

Chapter 20

As the bonfire crackled and the stars twinkled overhead, the atmosphere was filled with warmth and laughter. Freen and Becky settled into their own little world amid the friendly teasing from their friends.

"Hey, do you want to go for a walk?" Freen suggested, glancing at Becky with a playful grin. "The beach looks beautiful under the moonlight."

Becky's eyes lit up, her innocent excitement shining through. "I'd love that!" she replied, her voice a soft melody against the night.

They stood up, hand in hand, and strolled down the sandy shoreline. The cool breeze tousled Becky's hair, and she laughed as she tried to keep it from flying into her face. Freen chuckled, gently tucking a loose strand behind her ear. "You look perfect, you know that?" he said, his voice low and sincere.

Becky blushed at the compliment, a shy smile gracing her lips. "You're just saying that."

"No, I mean it," Freen insisted, his eyes locking onto hers. "You're beautiful, Becbec."

The nickname made her heart flutter, and she looked down at their intertwined hands, feeling a rush of happiness. As they walked, the waves lapped at their feet, sending splashes of water onto the sand. Becky squealed as the cool water hit her ankles. "Freen! It's cold!" she giggled, pulling him toward the safety of the dry sand.

"C'mon, just a little more!" he teased, tugging her closer to the water's edge. The playful banter continued as they splashed each other, their laughter echoing across the beach.

After a while, they found a quiet spot to sit on the sand, the moon casting a silvery glow around them. Freen turned to her, a serious expression crossing his face. "I'm really glad you're in my life, Becky. You've changed everything for me."

Becky felt a rush of warmth. "You've changed my life too, Freen. I didn't know I could feel this happy or safe," she confessed, her voice barely above a whisper.

Freen took a deep breath, hesitating for a moment before leaning in closer. "Can I... can I kiss you?" he asked, his tone both nervous and hopeful.

Becky nodded, her heart racing. "Yes, please."

He leaned in, capturing her lips in a soft, gentle kiss. It felt like magic—a moment suspended in time. When they pulled away, Becky was breathless, her cheeks flushed.

"Wow," she breathed, looking into his eyes. "That was... amazing."

"Yeah," Freen replied, a boyish grin spreading across his face. "I'd say we should do that more often."

As they returned to the bonfire, hand in hand, the others cheered, already aware of their special moment. "Did you two finally kiss?" Kade called out, raising an eyebrow playfully.

Becky's face turned crimson, and Freen chuckled, pulling her closer to him. "Maybe," he replied, feigning nonchalance.

Nam, never one to miss an opportunity for mischief, grinned. "Looks like someone has a special glow about them!"

Becky giggled, her embarrassment mingling with joy. She found herself nestled against Freen, who wrapped his arm protectively around her shoulder, clearly enjoying the attention.

The night continued with fun games, laughter, and light-hearted teasing. At one point, Freen caught Becky off guard by tossing a handful of sand playfully at her, and they both ended up in a light-hearted sand fight, collapsing into giggles as they rolled around on the beach.

Later, as the fire began to dwindle, Freen leaned back against a log, pulling Becky onto his lap. "So, what's next for you, Princess?" he asked, his voice teasing yet genuine.

"I don't know," Becky replied, resting her head against his shoulder. "As long as I'm with you, I'm happy wherever we go."

Freen's heart swelled at her words, and he pressed a kiss to the top of her head. "You'll always be by my side, Becbec. I promise."

As the stars twinkled overhead, the warmth of friendship and budding romance wrapped around them like a cozy blanket, and for a moment, they forgot about everything else—just lost in each other's presence, ready to take on whatever came next together.