Chapter 54: Yearning For Some Else

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The moment we dove into the water, I kicked off hard, determined to win.

The cool water rushed over me as I pushed forward with strong, quick strokes. I could feel Daniel close behind me, his presence pushing me to try even harder. My arms cut through the water, and I kicked with all the energy I had, refusing to let him catch up.

But Daniel was fast, too fast. His powerful strokes closed the gap between us. My arms cut through the water, and I kicked with all the energy I had, refusing to let him catch up.

The edge of the pool came into view, and I gave one final, strong push, gliding forward with all my strength. My fingertips brushed the wall. I had won.

Gasping for air, I turned to find Daniel grinning, just a second behind me. His wet hair clung to his forehead, and his eyes sparkled with amusement, completely unfazed by his loss–if anything, he looked entertained, as if he’d let me win.

“I told you I was a pretty good swimmer,” I gasped, still catching my breath, as I wiped the water from my face. Pride filled me, and a triumphant smile tugged at my lips. The victory felt amazing.

He shrugged, the playful gleam in his eyes making me roll mine. “I did give you a head start.”

I shook my head, my smirk widening. “Like hell you did. I won fair and square.”

He chuckled softly, downplaying my victory as he brushed his hand across the water. “That’s debatable.”

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Chapter 54: Yearning For Some Else

splashing water at him playfully.

as droplets clung to his

I

away quickly. But before I could get far, he caught up to

too much.

gently pressed against my side. “What

think about it,” I let out quickly, pulling away from his hold and swimming

long will you need to decide what you want?” he

to face him, resting my arms on the edge. “How about this: I ask you a few questions,

as his grin returned. “Didn’t we just

I shot back with a playful smirk.

leaning slightly toward me. “Alright. Ask me anything. But don’t forget–you only get to ask a

in control now. “Let’s start

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“Shoot.”

thoughts. “How

easily, without missing a

I studied his handsome facial features. Just like Gabriel, he looked super sexy and more like someone in his early to

his head with a playful glint in his eyes.

a small smile. Tell me, why did you decide to join the Gemial project?

his smile fading just a bit. “I thought you

a brow, refusing to let him off the hook. “This is about

Gemia, and I joined

to press further. “Why are you single at forty–six?”

something deeper. He let out a breath, glancing away briefly “Straight to the

question

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