The Two of them Alone

As Dimitri expertly guided the car to a halt, the gravel beneath the tires crunched softly, and the engine's hum faded away. Valine, still sipping her coffee, felt the subtle change in motion and looked up from her contemplation of the passing scenery. The sight that met her eyes made her gasp. In front of them, the cabin nestled amid a sea of emerald green, surrounded by towering trees that seemed to reach towards the heavens. But it was the lake that stole the spotlight. As Valine's gaze traced the landscape, she caught her breath at the breathtaking view. She was captivated by the picturesque scene, lowering her cup, her eyes widening with wonder. Dimitri observed her reaction with a faint smile, appreciating the awe in her eyes. "Wow," Valine breathed. Her gaze flitted between the cabin and the lake, taking in the details of the landscape that seemed to have emerged from a dream. Dimitri, having experienced this view countless times, still found a sense of satisfaction in witnessin