The hot afternoon was always the right time to visit the beach.

The twins and Jace were back to the beach, each wearing a swimsuit.

The sea rolled towards the beach sand that had been turned to hold by the descending hot sun.

Which shines magically on the waves, shimmering with mystery.

The sea itself was playful, blue, and deep.

Angela looked over the tips of her sand stained toes and watched, the twins chasing the water waves with Jace and running back out to the shore when it came back. The servants guiding them were present and also amused.

Their giggles made her smile.

She was outmatched in the...