Ann

The sun dips low on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the beach where Ann stands, her white dress a striking contrast against the deep blue of the ocean. Her laughter is carried by the breeze, a sound that transports Mark back to their school days. He watches her from a distance, the years apart melting away as he takes in her vibrant energy and the easy grace with which she moves. Ann is a woman of contrasts—her kindness as warm as the sun, her temper as fierce as the crashing waves. She loves fiercely and lives boldly, a passion that has sometimes left a trail of broken hearts in her wake. But beneath her confident exterior lies a vulnerability, a fear of commitment that has kept her from seeing what’s been right in front of her. Mark, with his quiet strength and unwavering patience, has always been there, a constant presence in her life. As they reconnect after six long years, the air between them crackles with unspoken words and unresolved feelings. The beach, once a backdrop for their carefree youth, becomes a stage for a story that refuses to be forgotten. In this moment, Ann feels the weight of Mark’s gaze, a silent question hanging between them. Will they finally confront the feelings they’ve both buried for so long, or will they let the tide carry them apart once more?