70 A swim in the Ocean

As they strolled along the breathtaking coastline, Damon and Lia reached a secluded beach. The crystal-clear waters beckoned, and the sun's warmth enticed them to take a refreshing dip. Lia turned to Damon with a mischievous glint in her eyes. "Care to join me for a swim, Damon?" Damon raised an eyebrow, a hint of surprise in his gaze. "I didn't peg you for a spontaneous beach person, Lia." She chuckled, "Well, life is full of surprises, right?" As Damon watched Lia gracefully peel off her cover-up to reveal a stunning bikini, he couldn't help but be taken aback. Lia, noticing his reaction, arched an eyebrow. "Like what you see, Damon?" she teased, using his name instead of the formal titles they'd been confined to. Damon cleared his throat, regaining his composure. "I wasn't expecting this side of you, Lia." She shrugged, "Maybe there's more to me than meets the eye. Or perhaps, I just enjoy keeping you on your toes." Damon smirked, "Well played, Lia. But don't