Chapter 23

• As they walked, the scenery around them began to change. The beach narrowed, and the hills surrounding them grew taller and more rugged. Nicole's eyes widened as she took in the breathtaking view. The hills, the beach, and the sea all came together to create a stunning panorama.
• Nicole's jaw dropped as she gazed out at the sight before her. She had never seen anything so beautiful in her life. The hills rose up on either side of them, their peaks shrouded in a misty veil. The beach was a narrow strip of golden sand, and the sea sparkled like a thousand diamonds in the fading light.
• Gage watched Nicole's expression, a small smile playing on his lips. He had never brought anyone to this place before. It was a spot that held a deep significance for him, a place where he came to find peace and solitude. He had spent countless hours here, alone with his thoughts, and it was a place that felt like a part of him.