Going on a vacation down south where the weather was always blazing hot in the summer always seems like a good idea to everyone, even when they know the heat will most likely roast their skin until it’s red and scorched. Too bad your friends had organized a trip down there without your knowledge and forced you to come with them. The good thing was that the place they rented was super close to the shoreline and boardwalk.

You and your friends started setting up on an empty spot along the beach; opening coolers, laying out towels, and perching umbrellas. The sun was beating down and you were just itching to get in the water after putting on your sunscreen. After setting up and applying the protective cream, you join your friends who were wading in the water, letting the cold ocean roll over your calves and feet. Suddenly, the wind picked up and in the corner of your eye, you spot the towel you layed out float and blow towards the lifeguard post in the sand.

Shit. You walk back quickly, trying to find where it went. How embarassing.

Fortunately, the lifeguard sitting on top clobbered down, grabbed it, and started walking towards you to return it. As he was nearing you, you couldn’t help but see that was a drop-dead gorgeous with tan skin, dark hair, blue eyes, and the cutest dimples you’ve ever seen. You almost lost your breath seeing him come closer. He was wearing red shorts and a button-up shirt with all the buttons undone, so his golden skin and muscles were on full display. Good Lord. You never believed in love at first sight, but damn was this guy a sight. You assumed he was close to your age, too. Even better.

“Hey, this was yours, right?” He holds out your towel, the warm beach air whipping in his hair.