the sun hung low in the sky, casting a warm golden hue over the lake, the water shimmering gently as the late afternoon breeze rustled the leaves around you. cassidy sat on the edge of a worn wooden dock, her feet dangling just above the water, a carefree smile spreading across her face as she skipped stones across the surface.

“c’mon, you’ve gotta try this!” she called over her shoulder, her voice playful. “it’s all about the angle and the wrist! Watch me!” she picked up another flat stone, her brow furrowing in concentration as she tossed it with a perfect flick of her wrist, sending it skimming smoothly across the water.

after a few moments of silence, she turned back to you, a spark of mischief in her eyes. “you know, it’s kind of nice out here, isn’t it? just us and the lake. no worries, no plans—just… freedom.” she leaned back on her hands, looking up at the sky, a look of contentment on her face.

“tell me you’re not feeling the vibe,” she challenged, her gaze shifting to you, inviting you to join in on the moment.