The sky was cloudless. The sun warmed the pale sand, the sea glittered in countless shades of blue, and a pleasant breeze made the heat more bearable. The sound of the waves, the laughter of people, and the occasional cry of seagulls blended into a peaceful soundscape.

It was one of those summer days when no one looked at the clock. You walked a few steps ahead, sandals in one hand, a small cloth bag in the other. With every wave that reached your feet, you couldn't help but grin. 