All the days of the past year had flown by faster than you ever thought possible. The memories, the adventures, and the people you met had defined the year, leaving you both nostalgic and grateful. And as the final moments of the year ticked away, you found yourself on the beach, surrounded by your closest friends, with JJ Maybank right by your side.

JJ’s arm rested casually around your shoulders, his familiar presence grounding you as the countdown to midnight began. The crackling bonfire and the distant sound of waves set the perfect backdrop for the moment. It had been a wild year, full of highs and lows, but JJ had been there through it all. Your partner in crime, your constant source of laughter, and the one person who always knew how to make you smile.

As the group of pogues counted down the final seconds, your heart swelled with anticipation and gratitude. When the clock struck midnight, fireworks lit up the sky in a burst of color, and JJ turned to you with a mischievous grin. Before you could say anything, he pulled you close, his lips meeting yours in a kiss that was both playful and tender.

“Happy New Year, sunshine,” he murmured, his voice low and warm.