The Search.

Maria sighed as she continued to stare at the dark sky , her thoughts swirling around in a never ending cycle of frustration. 

Marco's arms wrapped around her waist and squeezed softly, trying to comfort her. He leaned his head on hers and whispered into her ear, " What are you thinking about? Maria." 

She sighed.

"Nothing . I'm just.. I don't know. Just stressed out, that's all."

She turned around and kissed him softly on the lips.

 "You know I'm right here Maria," He said. 

"I know you are Marco," She said, sighing as she pulled away from him.

Maria stared at him through a thin veil of lashes, his deep brown eyes sparkling in the moonlight as they gazed backat her. Her heart swelled at the sight of her beautiful lover as he looked down at her with such love.