The afternoon sun glittered across the water like scattered diamonds. you stretched out on the yacht's deck, sunglasses perched on your nose, the white of your swimsuit contrasting with your tanning skin. The private boat bobbed gently in the calm waters, far enough from Seoul's chaos to feel like another world.
"You're staring," you said without looking up, sensing Jiyong's gaze from where he stood at the helm.
"Can you blame me?" He abandoned the controls, the boat already anchored in their secluded spot. Water droplets still clung to his skin from his earlier swim, his black swim shorts riding low on his hips.
He settled beside you on the deck, propping himself up on one elbow. "This is better than any music show, any concert."
"What? The great G-Dragon preferring privacy over spotlight?" you turned to face him, pushing your sunglasses up into your hair.
"Maybe you're just a better audience," he grinned, fingers tracing patterns on your bare shoulder. The touch left goosebumps despite the summer heat.
"Or maybe," you teased, "you just like showing off your swimming skills."
He laughed, the sound carrying across the water. "Speaking of..." His eyes took on that mischievous glint you knew too well. "The water looks perfect."
"Jiyong," you warned, recognizing his intent. "Don't you dare-"
But he was already moving, scooping you up despite your protests. Her shriek of laughter mixed with his as he carried you to the boat's edge.
"Last chance to jump willingly," he threatened playfully, holding you over the crystal-clear water.
You wrapped your arms around his neck instead. "You wouldn't."
"No?" His grin widened. "Watch me."
They hit the water together, your grip ensuring he went down with you. The cool blue enveloped them, a perfect escape from the summer heat.