24|End of the Tunnel

~Benny~

Anchored luxury yachts and fishing vessels lined parallel with an extensive man-made platform with various restaurants, booths, and games. This looks more like a fair than a wharf. People of all ages crowd the dock, and the smell of popcorn, hotdogs, burgers, and delicious sea catches wafts through the air.

Justine and I stood at the foot of the platform, waiting for Kai and Liam as they bought tickets, which we will use to pay on the stalls instead of cash. I learned that Wharf Fair is a mayor’s project, and half of the proceeds are dedicated to charity. Also, all the booths and restaurants are locally owned to help promote local tourism and help SMEs on the island.

Justine let out a heavy breath, leaning against the thick wood railings. We stood a good three feet away, yet I could feel the weight of her sidelong stare at me.

“What?” I asked detachedly. I have a pretty good idea of what’s going through her head. She’s curious, wanting to ask more about what Kai revealed in th