“Just taking a walk.”
“I couldn’t sleep either. That swim should help.”
“Guess it’s normal to be tense before the big game.”
“The game. Jackie. A whole lotta s**t going on.” He mistook her tremble for a reaction to the cool, night air and snaked his arm around her shoulders. “You’re cold. Come on, let’s go.” Devon tucked Stormy into his shoulder and made his way with her mirroring his steps.
The thick, dry sand and darkness made walking slow. Stormy breathed in the heady scent of Devon mixed with saltiness from the water. She slipped her arm around his waist to keep from falling. Heat from his body warmed her as she snuggled into him, and they made their way toward the hotel.
“Ow!” Her right foot dumped into a large hole, and she went down, dragging Devon with her.
“Are you okay?” he
