The next morning, Lily woke up to the sound of gentle waves and the warmth of Mark's embrace. She smiled and gently turned to face him while trying not to startle him awake, only to see his eyes were wide open and he was fully dressed in a white t-shirt and grey shorts.

"Good morning, beautiful," Mark whispered, his lips brushing against her nose. "Did you enjoy your sleep?"

"Good morning, handsome." She greeted, "I did; I feel so refreshed."

Mark sat up and reached out to the bedside ...