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Grayson was waiting patiently in the pool, the water lapping at his toned chest and abs, accentuating every curve and ripple of his chiselled body. His broad shoulders, tanned from countless hours in the sun, tapered down to a narrow waist that seemed to defy gravity. But it was his back that caught Alison's attention as she made her way towards him. The definition in his muscles was incredible, each one flexing and contracting as he moved in the water. His shoulder blades protruded slightly, highlighting the strength in his upper body, while the ridges of his spine created a line that led to the firm curves of his buttocks.

Grayson glanced over at Alison as she approached him, a towel draped over her body. "Is there something wrong?" he asked, noticing the apprehension in her eyes. Alison stared at Grayson, her eyes lingering on his chiselled abs and defined muscles.

"You look... intimidating," she said softly, her tone filled with uncertainty.

Grayson raised an eyebrow, surprised by her comment. "That's a new one," he thought to himself. Most people would have chosen the word handsome than intimidating to describe Grayson's physique.

A faint smile crept onto Grayson's face as he spoke. "Don't worry, I won't bite," he said, a hint of amusement lacing his words. But as soon as the smile appeared, he caught himself and stopped, his serious expression returning.

Alison took off her towel gracefully, catching Grayson's attention. He immediately noticed her trendy bikini, which he recognized as the newest design on the market. The bikini was a beautiful combination of soft colours that complemented Alison's skin tone. The top had a classic triangle shape with intricate cut-out details along the edges, giving it an elegant touch. The bottom was a high-cut style that highlighted Alison's toned legs and emphasized her curves. As she stepped into the pool, Grayson couldn't help but admire how the bikini flattered her figure. Despite his initial concerns, Alison looked healthy, with sharp and striking cheekbones.

"What's wrong?" Alison asked, as she caught Grayson staring.

"You look intimidating," he said, his serious demeanour not faltering even in the slightest.