BESTIAN'S POV 

As the sun beat down on us, I knew that we needed to find a way to cool down. I looked over at Ciara, who was smiling and laughing as she walked beside me. She seemed carefree, without a worry in the world.

I, on the other hand, was battling with my emotions. Being around Ciara was like a rollercoaster ride for me. One minute I was feeling happy and content, and the next I was struggling with feelings of anxiety and uncertainty.

As we walked, I spotted a pool in the distance. It was surrounded by lush greenery and looked like the perfect place to cool down...