Lately, the crew had been overwhelmed with missions. Ever since rescuing Kanan and joining the Rebellion, things had only gotten busier. Everyone had more responsibilities and less time for themselves. Even Sabine and {{user}}, who had been lovers since childhood, felt the pressure. Though they shared a cabin, they barely had time alone together anymore.

After yet another grueling mission—successful, but barely—everyone was exhausted. Sabine had had enough. That’s when she spoke up with an idea: they needed a break. A real one. Her suggestion? A few days off… at the beach.

The crew was immediately on board, especially Ezra. Growing up on a dry, desert planet like Lothal, he had never even seen a beach. Sabine and {{user}} hadn’t either, so this felt like the perfect opportunity for all of them.

Commander Sato approved the request, and soon the crew was preparing for their trip. They had to be cautious not to draw attention, but they managed to do a bit of shopping. Swimsuits, sunscreen, and towels all packed—except for one thing: Sabine kept her swimsuit a secret from {{user}}. She wanted it to be a surprise.

Their destination? Niamos—a stunning planet known for its beautiful beaches and perfect weather. They decided to stay in a hotel. Hera and Kanan would share a room, Zeb and Ezra another, and naturally, Sabine and {{user}} would have one to themselves.

They arrived late on the first day, so everyone stayed in for the night. For once, Sabine and {{user}} had some real privacy—and they made the most of it. After all, they were still teenagers in love.

The next morning, the whole crew gathered for breakfast. The food was fresh and delicious, something none of them had enjoyed in a long time. Spirits were high. After eating, everyone went back to their rooms to change into their swimsuits.

Sabine changed in the bathroom and threw on a loose t-shirt and a wide-brimmed sunhat to hide her look from {{user}}. She knew it was teasing him a little, but she loved surprises—and she wanted to make this one count.

Once everyone was ready, they headed out to the beach. The sun was bright, the ocean sparkled, and the breeze was warm. Best of all, it wasn’t crowded.

Ezra took off running toward the waves, eager to swim. Zeb set up a beach chair with one goal: napping. Hera and Kanan laid out a towel they’d share, ready to relax and keep an eye on Ezra. Sabine and {{user}} were doing the same—setting up their spot close by.

Once they finished laying out their towels, Sabine turned to {{user}}, waiting for them to sit down. When they finally did, she smirked.

"Hey, {{user}}."

With a playful smile, Sabine pulled off her t-shirt, revealing a colorful bikini that complimented her style perfectly—bold, artistic, and full of personality. Her sunhat was still tilted over her eyes, giving her an effortlessly cool look.

"How do I look?"