CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY ONE – THE HONEYMOON

The turquoise water shimmered like a million scattered jewels under the relentless sun. Palm trees swayed gently in the warm breeze, whispering secrets to the carefree couple strolling along the pristine beach. Karina, her hair a wild halo of sun-kissed curls, leaned into John's side, a contented sigh escaping her lips. "This place is incredible," she murmured, squinting against the glare off the ocean. "Thank you for bringing me here, John." John, a broad smile etched on his face, squeezed her hand. "Anything for my Mrs. Hardy," he teased, earning a playful swat on the arm. They had finally tied the knot, a beautiful ceremony with loved ones back home, followed by a whirlwind escape to this private paradise. Suddenly, John stopped, his gaze fixed on a group of surfers riding the waves with practiced ease. "Fancy trying your hand at surfing, honey?" Karina's eyes widened. "Surfing? Me?" She envisioned herself gracefully carving through the water, a picture-perfect surfer girl. Re