Yvonne’s POV

As I lay on the two-in-one sofa, my body brushing against Alex's, my hormones began to rumble. His body heat rubbed off on me. I felt his warmth, wanted his body and his touches. With the trees providing shade and gentle breeze, the coast was perfect to stay without having to do anything yet it felt like bliss.

With a sigh, I took a sip of my icy cocktail, recreating the sweet conflicts in our relationship from which we got to be here today. The sound of crashing waves disrupted my thoughts at some point.

Alex's hand found mine, his fingers clutched with mine. We shared a smile,...