Chapter 37

Music Recommendation: Tattoo by Loreen

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The moment they drove along the coast, the ocean views became more breathtaking with each turn. Anastasia's curiosity grew, but Jamie just smiled and kept driving. Finally, they turned down a private road and into a secluded beachside clearing.

Anastasia gasped as they stepped out of the car. Before them lay a stunning picnic setup, nestled among the dunes and facing the ocean. A white hammock chair swayed gently in the breeze, surrounded by plush cushions and soft blankets. A fire stand crackled with a warm flame, casting a golden glow over the setting.

The ride was a long one, and when they finally arrived, the sky above was a deep shade of indigo, with stars beginning to twinkle like diamonds scattered across the fabric of the universe. The only sound was the gentle lapping of the waves against the shore and the soft crackling of the fire.