As Liv and I enjoy the invigorating embrace of the sea, we soon hear laughter and excitement approaching from behind us. Turning our heads, we see the rest of our friends making their way to the beach, their eager faces mirroring our own joy.
Dylan and Abby, holding hands and sharing a private joke, are the first to join us. Abby's infectious laughter carries in the sea breeze as she playfully nudges Dylan.
"Come on, you slowpoke!" she teases, her eyes twinkling with happiness.
Dylan grins and quickens his pace, reaching us with Abby by his side. "Looks like you guys are having a blast already," he says, his voice filled with enthusiasm.
Liv and I exchange a knowing glance, our wet hair clinging to our shoulders as we welcome them.
"The water's amazing!" I exclaim, encouraging them
