[Past] Salt Water and Sandwiches
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Colt couldn't help but smile as he saw the giddy joy and anticipation spread on her face. The way she trembled with excitement made him feel an overwhelming sense of happiness. Grin full even if she couldn’t see it. He secured the handkerchief behind her head, making sure it was comfortable, and chuckled softly at her reaction, cheeks flushing.

I'm glad I get to share this with you, he braved to whisper, warm breath dancing across her ear. Every first is a treasure.

When they finally arrived, he carefully helped her off the horse, his hands steadying her as she found her footing on the shifting sands. He guided her hands to the knot of the handkerchief and waited, anticipation building in his own heart. Standing to her side-on he’d the perfect view.

Go ahead, Mina. Open your eyes, he encouraged softly.

As she let the fabric fall away and slowly opened her eyes, Colt watched her face transform from neutrality to sheer, unadulterated joy. Her smile grew wider and wider, and he could feel her excitement radiating from her. His own matched, enough to hurt. Her grip on his arms tightened, and he steadied her as her knees began to buckle.

I've got you, he assured her, his own laughter bubbling up as he saw her amazement. Always.

Seeing her so overwhelmed by the vastness of the sea, the endless sky, and the beauty of the world beyond what she had known, filled Colt with a sense of pride and satisfaction. Her laughter was infectious, and he joined in, holding her close as she took it all in.

It’s something else, aye? he asked, his voice full of wonder. The world's a lot bigger than you ever imagined, huh?

As she looked at him, Colt felt like the luckiest man alive. He wrapped his arms around her, supporting her as she laughed and took in the view. This moment, this gift she was giving him, was something he would cherish like every other before and after.

@Wilhelmina


Messages In This Thread
[Past] Salt Water and Sandwiches - by Wilhelmina - 03-04-2024, 10:42 PM
RE: [Past] Salt Water and Sandwiches - by Colton Young - 06-19-2024, 12:02 PM