Chapter 228 - A Little Wine, A Little Whine

*Michael*

As night descended upon the tropical paradise of Maui, I arranged a special surprise for Shelby—a private dinner on our secluded beach. With the stress of everything and having to say goodbye to the trip I had originally planned, it felt like the right way to finish our last night in Hawaii.

The soft glow of lanterns illuminated the sand, creating a romantic ambiance that I knew she would appreciate.

We settled at the elegantly set table, the scent of the ocean mingling with the delicious aromas wafting from the plates before us. The anticipation of the food that awaited us stirred a sense of excitement within me. I glanced at Shelby, hoping that the gorgeous atmosphere would whisk her away from the burdens that consumed her thoughts.

"Shelby, this view is incredible, isn't it? Just the two of us, surrounded by the beauty of this beach. I wanted our last night in Hawaii to be special, to give us a chance to unwind and forget about everything else for a while."