Page 48 of Electric Kiss

“See you later. Wear sunscreen,” Erica called out over her shoulder.

When Erica was out of view, Nate leaned in and gave Daisy a long slow kiss that set her nerves on end.

When they broke apart, she picked up her board.

“I’m glad you made it.”

“I should tell you that I’m clumsy when I’m on the water.”

“You’ll be fine with me. I’ll take care of you.”

Nathan grabbed her hand and smiled.

They walked down the uneven planks half covered in sand, hand in hand.

Nate smiled, but she could see the nervousness in his eyes. “I’m a little nervous, to be honest.”

Daisy gave him a reassuring grin. “Don’t worry, I’ll be right there with you. And the waves aren’t too big today, so it’ll be perfect for beginners.”

Nate nodded, taking a deep breath. “Okay, let’s do this.”

Daisy led the way towards the beach, carrying her board with ease. Nate followed close behind, still looking a little apprehensive. As they reached the shore, Daisy turned back to Nate.

“Okay, first things first. Let me show you how to paddle out.”

She showed him the proper technique, lying chest down on her board and using her arms to push herself through the water. Nate watched carefully and then tried it for himself.

“Good, good,” Daisy said encouragingly. “Now, when you see a wave coming, you’re going to turn around and start paddling towards shore. And when you feel the wave lift you up, you’re going to pop up to your feet and ride it all the way in.”

Nate nodded, taking it all in. Daisy could see the determination in his eyes.

“Okay, ready to give it a try?” she asked, and Nate nodded again.

Daisy could feel the tension radiating off of Nate, but she didn’t let it show that she could sense it. Instead, she chatted cheerfully about the waves and the technique she would teach him.

She showed him how to lie on the board and paddle out when they got to the water. The waves were small, but they still had a bit of power to them. Daisy watched as Nate struggled to navigate the whitewater, his movements awkward and jerky.

“Relax,” she called out to him. “You’re not going to fall off. Just paddle out further.”

Nate nodded, taking a deep breath and working on his technique. After a few minutes, they made it out past the break, and Daisy showed him how to position himself on the board.

“Okay, now just wait for the right wave and paddle hard. I’ll be right behind you,” she said.

Nate took a deep breath and nodded, looking out at the sea. Daisy watched as he scanned the horizon, trying to anticipate the next wave. She could see the determination in his eyes, and it made her heart sing.

Suddenly, she saw a swell rising in the distance. “There, Nate, go for that one!” she called out, pointing towards the wave.

Nate paddled hard. Daisy was right behind him, feeling the wave, urging him to pop up to his feet. He struggled at first, wobbling on the board, but then he found his balance and rode the wave all the way to shore.

Daisy cheered him on, feeling a rush of excitement. Shewatched as Nate jumped off the board, grinning from ear to ear.

“That was amazing!” he exclaimed, running his hands through his hair. “I can’t believe I actually did it.”

Daisy laughed. “I told you, surfing is the best. And you’re a natural. Are you ready to do it again?”

Nate sat up, nodding eagerly. “Absolutely. Let’s go.”

And with that, they dove back into the water.

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