Rialoves2cook: It's amazing how drama dulls the colour of serene beaches or stunning sunsets. I'm trying to leave my old life behind, but it keeps creeping back. I still spent the afternoon in the ocean, drank coconut water straight from the fruit, and caught a gorgeous sunset on this magical island with wonderful people. It's time for a night of epic dancing because I deserve it!
#beachlife #nomoredrama #coconutdrinks #Bangkokcrew #danceawaymytroubles
Posted: November 17th, 8:00 PM
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The aroma of fresh coffee stirred Maria from her sleep. After rolling onto the cold side of the bed, she frowned. Where had Adrian gone and had he made her a delicious drink? She opened her eyes to pictures of lotus flowers and bright white walls reflecting the incoming sunlight. Tropical birds sang upbeat melodies.
Thailand, she was in Thailand in Tom's room. And Adrian was a prick.
She moved like warm molasses as she untangled herself from the soft sheets. A cup of coffee rested on the bedside table, and Tom wasn't here. Her feet padded across the cool floor, and she peeked out the front door. On the bench outside, he read with his hot beverage beside him.
"Morning." She stepped onto the patio, surrounded by a green oasis of plants and palms.
He slipped a bookmark in his novel and turned to her with a bright smile. "Good morning. How did you sleep?"
"Amazing, I wish we had hotel beds in the apartments."
He laughed as the sun lit up his rusty hair. "Me too. I'm glad you slept well." He glanced at the clear blue sky, promising a lovely day. "The coffee in the room is for you."
"Thanks, you're the best." Maria grabbed the cup from inside and sat next to Tom. "What are you reading?"
"An Introduction to Thai Buddhism."
"Cool." She sipped her coffee with a bit of sugar as she liked it. "Thanks for letting me stay over."
"It's a shame to leave a comfy bed empty, and it makes my morning less lonely too, so thank you." He gazed out in the hotel restaurant's direction. "The beach is two minutes away."
As she gripped the armrest to stop herself from flying off the bench, Maria inspected her pyjama tank top and cotton shorts. Mitch's words from the night she broke things off with Adrian echoed in her head and brought a smile to her lips.
"I'll take that as a yes." Tom ducked inside and returned with his camera.
As they headed to the beach, Mitch staggered toward them, shaggy blonde hair askew and one foot missing a flip-flop. Faint traces of paint smudged the sides of his face, and neon handprints covered his clothes.
"Looking good, kids." He winked at Maria.
"I would say the same, but..." With a grin, she looked him up and down.
Mitch smirked."Says the girl walking out of Tom's room with dishevelled hair."
Her free hand flew to smooth her tangled locks. "He had an extra bed!"
Mitch chuckled. "We all knew that, but it's interesting you felt the need to repeat it."
She bit the inside of her cheek and glared at him. As heat spread from her chest to her face, her jaw clenched. He'd spent the night with the brunette, or whoever he found next, and had no problem flaunting it. Now he had to mock her and ruin her morning.
Tom crossed his arms. "Not everyone disrespects women as you do."
"I have great respect for women, including their desires. The woman I was with last night wanted much more than an extra bed, and I respected that, more than once."
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