Page 24 of Sail Me to Ruin
“Wait, we’re already here? That was so fast!” Jade comments slightly surprised.
I nod in agreement as Rafael stands.
“The reef isn’t far, and I think I've heard that good company can help pass the time quickly.” He winks, sending us both into a giggle fit as he walks away.
They prep the snorkel gear and pass it out to everyone while the captain explains both Rafael and Emilio will be in the water with us. He goes over safety and all things we need to know before we get into the water.
They slowly start helping people into the water one by one, and while we wait for our turn, my eyes clash with Blaise’s.
He looks so angry but I’m not sure why.
He did this.
He left me. Not the other way around.
Instead of having a staring contest, I decide to just ignore him and enjoy my time at the reef.
Jade and I get in the water and nothing else matters. We dive and explore different areas, occasionally following Rafael to unique spots.
By the time we climb back into the boat, we’re both water logged and exhausted.
The ride back is just as quick with the good company.
As soon as Jade's feet hit the sand, she gets serious. “Babe, it’s marg time.”
Her determination is evident as she stomps through the sand like her life depends on it. I can’t help but laugh as I follow her.
At least a marg sounds good right now.
She gets to the bar and rapidly fires an order to the bartender then slumps into a chair.
“You look exhausted…” My statement lingers as I think about the trails that are in the jungle along the shoreline Rafael told us about. “But the trails would be sooo fun. Great for photo ops.”
I know what she's going to say before she can say it once her nose scrunches.
“It’s okay that you don’t want to. We could meet back at the room later? I just want to explore for a little bit! I’ll be safe.”
Her questions to come are predictable and I pray I’ve answered them all before she can ask.
“You know what, deal. Because I am done for right now. That took so much out of me. Just don’t take too long, okay?” She sips the drink in front of her and before she can change her mind, I slip away.
“Okay, meet you at the room later! Love you, byeee,” I sing-song, taking off toward the jungle-looking pathway ahead of us.
CHAPTER TEN
blaise
Isshe really going to take off into a jungle in Mexico alone?
She can’t be that stupid.
My girl is not stupid.
I keep my distance, standing far enough away that she doesn’t notice me. Her friend sits at the bar, flirting with the guy from the boat that was hitting on Elodie the entirety of the excursion.
Kind of weird that she wants her friends sloppy seconds, but I guess if that works for her and keeps Elodie free of them, I don’t really give a fuck.
I give her a head start as she heads into the jungle area before I follow.
