Olivia

Lunch was a seafood feast, featuring fresh grilled fish, shrimp skewers, and an array of tropical fruits and vegetables. We ate in companionable silence for a few minutes before Alexander spoke.

"So, what would you like to do this afternoon? We could explore the island, go snorkeling, or..." he paused meaningfully, "stay in."

"Exploring sounds nice," I said quickly, not trusting myself to be alone in the house with him.

"Exploring it is." He ...