Two days later, the pool hall was quiet except for the sound of splashing water. Lena swam toward the edge, her strokes smoother now, more confident. She wasn't winning any competitions, but she wasn't drowning either. She grabbed the edge and pulled herself up slightly, breathing hard but smiling.Behind her, Lucas swam up, his arms cutting through the water with practiced ease. He stopped beside her, leaning against the wall, and watched her catch her breath."You're getting better," he said, his voice carrying that note of approval that always made her stomach flutter. "Much better. Your form is almost perfect now."Lena turned to face him, her arms resting on the pool edge, her legs floating behind her. She looked at him through wet lashes, a slow, mischievous smirk spreading across her face. "If I'm doing so much better," she purred, her voice low and teasing, "don't I get a reward?"Lucas's eyes darkened immediately. He matched her smirk, moving closer until their bodies were al
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