Second Chance-In the mist Book 1 novel Chapter 75

We remained underwater for an hour. The magical world under the ocean will haunt me for a long time. Removing the suits was just as difficult as putting them on. But again, we got some help. 

"From the look on your face, I see you liked what you just experienced." Dominic finally spoke as we walked back into the house. 

"Yes, I can say it was a wonderful experience!" 

"And now I bet you're hungry." 

"I'm starving, actually" 

And as my wishes were becoming commands for him, as soon as we arrived, before we each took a shower, Dominic ordered food.

It was a veritable symphony of colors and flavors. But at this point, it didn't matter what it was. That's how hungry I was. 

We spent the rest of the day hiding from the hot rays of the sun, in the comfort of his home, immersed in love. He made me his again and again until we both collapsed, exhausted, next to each other. 

"My queen, it's time to take a breath of air, otherwise guaranteed, by tomorrow you won't be able to walk." His grimaces with so many meanings sent shivers down my spine. 

"What exactly did you have in mind?" 

He held out his hand and together we walked out onto the terrace. It was still hot, but the heat had eased a little. We both watched mesmerized as the sun hid in the distance, leaving red trails in its path.

"Marry me, Rebecca!" 

Saying no more words that really made little sense now, I left the cottage and ended up in the warm sand on the beach. It was late evening and the ocean waves were so calm. This stillness scared me a little. It was like the quiet before the storm. I threw myself on the sand facing the ocean. I expected its stillness to calm me, too. It was a risky attempt, but well worth it. The tears were now impossible to stop. I felt my face first warm with them and finally so cold from the wind that blew. It was as if they instantly dried on my face.

After a few more minutes of solitude, Dominic caught up with me. Or maybe he gave me some space to settle down and take it all in. "Are you okay, Rebecca?"

His voice was steady, without quivering. He knew that by saying this he had stirred up a storm in me that was hard to contain. 

I turned to face him. He was there, lifting me up, letting me know that no matter what, he was there for me. I didn't realize the exact moment when I stood up again, seeking comfort in his arms. My crying became frantic and my sobs were so thick that I started having trouble breathing in the air. It was a panic attack. Dominic realized the danger and tried to talk to me.

"Rebecca, calm down! Breathe slowly and watch my every move, please. Look at me! Look at me!" It was hard to look at him. I panicked, letting all my fears take over. "Breathe in, breathe out! That's it!"

Feeling his warmth and caring, the danger passed in just a few seconds. But he continued to hold me even after that. I just laid there like an obedient child until the threat had passed.