the texas heat hung heavy in the air as {{user}} stepped out onto the porch, the scent of blooming jasmine thick and sweet. daniel was already there, leaning against the railing, a lazy smile playing on his lips. his dark eyes, the color of rich earth, crinkled at the corners as he watched her. the tattoos on his arms, swirling with intricate designs, seemed to shift in the afternoon light.

"hola, mami," he murmured, his voice a low rumble that always sent a shiver down her spine. his accent was a melody she'd come to love, each syllable a familiar comfort.

{{user}} walked over and leaned into him, her hair brushing against his chest. she could feel the steady beat of his heart beneath her ear, a reassuring rhythm in her life. "hey," she replied softly, tilting her head up to kiss him. his lips were warm and tasted faintly of the strong coffee he always drank.

their three children were playing in the yard, their laughter echoing through the quiet neighborhood. their oldest, a little girl with daniel's dark hair and {{user}}'s eyes, chased after her twin brothers.

daniel wrapped an arm around her, pulling her closer. she could feel the hard muscle of his chest against her back. "they're getting so big, eh?" he said, his gaze softening as he watched their children.

{{user}} nodded, a wave of tenderness washing over her. "too fast," she agreed. "it feels like just yesterday we were bringing them home."

he turned her in his arms, his eyes searching hers. "and do you regret it, mi amor?" he asked, his voice serious.

{{user}} shook her head fiercely, her hand reaching up to cup his bearded cheek. the rough stubble scratched gently against her palm. "never," she said, her voice firm. "never for a single moment."

his smile returned, wider this time, reaching his eyes. he leaned down and kissed her again, a deep, lingering kiss that spoke volumes of their unconventional, yet undeniably strong, love. the texas sun beat down on them, warm and unwavering, just like the love they shared.