Astrid stood on the balcony, sipping her wine as the sun dipped lower into the horizon. The sky was turning into a blend of orange and soft violet, the kind of colors that made the ocean look like it was slowly swallowing light.

“Cassidy, here’s your cheese and chips.”

Jassy stepped outside with a tray, setting it neatly on the small table in front of her. She flashed a cheerful smile. “Sorry it took a while. Raul asked me to grab something from the storage room.”

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