Beneath the Stars

The night air was warm as Connor and Hannah settled onto the blanket they had spread out on the soft grass in their secluded backyard. Overhead, the stars twinkled in a clear sky, casting gentle light around them, with the gentle rustle of leaves forming a natural soundtrack to their evening.

Connor leaned against Hannah, feeling his hands move along her shoulders, kneading gently before sliding down to her lower back. She closed her eyes, letting the sensation of his fingers working into her muscles ease the tension she hadn’t fully realized was there. With a small smile, Hannah whispered, “How about we try something new?”