Martin pondered, with a hint of mischief in his eyes, "How about I surprise you with something like this next time?"
Serena remained silent, feeling an undeniable chasm between him and the charm she found in Romeo.
There was just no comparison!
She was settling, and she knew it.
Martin suggested a stroll through the sunflower fields, but her gaze kept drifting toward the hot air balloon tethered nearby. It wasn't flying far, and she could clearly see a couple locked in an embrace, sharing a kiss that was all too glaring for her.
It was such an eyesore!
Noticing her discontent, Martin tried to cheer her up with a soft proposal, "Hey Serena, want me to snap a pic of you with my phone? You could post it on Facebook."
"Forget it," Serena replied, uninterested. "Taking pictures on someone else's turf feels like mooching off their moment. Don't worry about me. I just want some time to myself."
