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Outing

Author: Agnes pen
last update publish date: 2026-05-24 12:48:30

The path to their destination was dim and quiet, with just a few people scattered near the water. Romeo led her to a flat stone under a tree where a bench , mat and a small cooler were already set up. “My quiet place,” he said, letting go of her hand to unpack the food.

Emma sat on the edge of the bench and looked out at the still water. “You weren’t lying. This is nice.”

“I come here when my head’s too loud,” Romeo said, handing her the cup of coconut candy. “No one bothers you here.”

Emma too
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