There stood Sonny, who had maintained a short distance from Nathan and Lucinda, respecting their intimate moments.


    Clothed in a dark green military uniform that blended into the night, his recently tanned skin made him less noticeable under the dim Lighting.


    Luisa’s reaction to seeing Sonny was one of shock, followed by a visible emotional upheaval.


    After all, she hadid eyes on him after such a long absence.


    Sonny, noticing Luisa’s distress, touched his face self-consciously and asked with a hint of concern, “Have I got something on my face? Why are you looking at me like that?”


    Unable to contain her emotions any longer, Luisa broke down in tears, rushing towards Sonny to embrace him tightly.


    Between sobs, she expressed her worry and affection.


    “How did you get so tanned? It looks like you’ve had a tough time at the border.


    I feel sorry for you.


    ”


    Sonny, initially frozen, allowed himself to be enveloped by Luisa’s embrace, deeply touched by her concern.


    Her words resonated with him, reminding him that there was another soul deeply concerned about him, much like Lucinda missed Nathan.


    This realization was profound


    lyforting.


    Sonny, visibly moved by her, found himself momentarily lost for words, his eyes rimming with red.


    Observing his hesitation, Lucinda stepped in with a gentle nudge.


    “Look at her, how upset she is.


    Why not just embrace her? She’s been missing you terribly.


    It’s time you took her in your arms to offer thefort she needs.


    ”


    Sonny seemed to snap out of his reverie.


    “Okay, Lucinda, I’ll follow your lead.


    ”


    Without another word, he gently lifted Luisa, signaling to Nathan and Lucinda their intent to leave.


    “We’ll head back now.


    ”


    Nathan and Lucinda acknowledged their leave with a nod.


    As Sonny turned to walk away with Luisa cradled in his arms, the dim glow of a streemp cast a serene outline around them, a silent testament to their rekindled connection.


    “Sonny, you’ve gotten so tanned.


    You seem different.


    ”


    Sonny, caught off-guard by thement, asked, “Do I look bad?”


    Luisa, her voice softening, reassured him with a mix of affection and humor, “No, you’re still as handsome as ever, just with a bit more rugged charm.


    Don’t worry; I’ll take care of you with a face mask when we’re back.This content ? N?v/elDr(a)m/a.Org.


    You’ll be back to your old self in no time.


    ”


    “I’m not the kind of guy who uses facial masks!” Sonny grumbled, clearly not thrilled with the idea.


    “I’m sure a macho guy like you can scrub up pretty nicely! Just do me a favor and drop the tough guy act.


    Do as I say!”


    Luisa retorted with a yful authority that left Sonny without aeback.


    Their banter was light-hearted enough that even Lucinda and Nathan, overhearing the exchange, couldn’t contain theirughter.


    Lucinda teased, “Nathan, when are you going to teach Sonny a thing or two about romance? He’s so dense.


    If he keeps this up, he might end up upsetting Luisa.


    ”


    Nathan, lifting Lucinda effortlessly, responded with a chuckle, “Why should we meddle in their love Life? Anyone clueless about love will figure it out eventually.


    ”


    He then ki*sed Lucinda softly, adding, “It’s gettingte.


    You should head to bed early tonight.


    ”