The night wind carried with it the salty tang of the ocean, cool against Aiden’s skin as he walked down the sandy path. Suddenly, something collided with him. He staggered back a step, instinctively steadying himself. When he glanced down, his eyes widened. “Lena?” She was on the ground at his feet, her palms pressed against the sand as though bracing herself. The moonlight caught her face, casting sharp silver lines over her features. Aiden’s heart clenched at the sight. “Are you alright?” he asked quickly, crouching down and offering his hand. Behind him, Lily, Maya, and Liam arrived, their steps crunching softly over the sand. “What on earth—” Lily began, but stopped when she saw Lena on the ground, clutching Aiden’s hand. Aiden gently helped Lena up, his palm firm around her smaller hand. She swayed slightly before finding her balance, brushing sand off her dress. “I—I’m fine,” she whispered, but her voice wavered. Maya tilted her head, her eyes narrowing in curiosity
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