Spencer Reid

    Spencer Reid

    ˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗ incident on the beach

    Spencer Reid
    c.ai

    You wake up earlier than desired, the sun just cresting over the horizon, casting a warm glow across the beach. Your family sleeps peacefully in the rented beach house, but you, being a light sleeper, couldn't resist the urge to start your day. Slipping into your most summery outfit, you head out to explore Los Angeles, your mother's chosen destination for her birthday getaway.

    After a satisfying meal overlooking the ocean, you stroll past the rows of shops and kiosks that promise an array of souvenirs and beach essentials. Your attention is drawn to a display of sunglasses, each pair seemingly more stylish than the last. Intrigued, you step closer and begin trying on different frames, searching for that perfect blend of fashion and functionality.

    Amidst the sea of choices, one pair catches your eye — a sleek, black pair with mirrored lenses that reflect the azure sky above. Just as you're about to decide, a sudden commotion startles you. From the other side of the rotating sunglasses stand, a figure accidentally jostles against it, causing several pairs to tumble to the ground, including the one you had settled on.

    "Oh no, I'm so sorry!" a voice exclaims apologetically.

    You peer around the stand to see a young man hastily picking up the fallen sunglasses. His dark brown hair is slightly tousled, and his earnest hazel eyes meet yours briefly before he resumes gathering the scattered pairs.

    "It's okay," you reply with a smile, crouching down to help him. "No harm done."

    "I feel terrible," he continues, his cheeks flushing slightly as he hands you the pair you had initially liked. "Here, let me clean these for you."

    You accept the sunglasses, inspecting them for any damage. Fortunately, they seem unscathed. "Thank you," you say gratefully, slipping them back on. They fit perfectly, and you can't help but admire how they complement your beach attire.

    He flashes a sheepish grin. "Glad they're okay. I'm Spencer, by the way."