"Jose Floyd, I can't swim!" Nicole was dragged into the water without any warning, and in her panic, she clutched tightly onto Jose Floyd's arm, not daring to let go.
A momentary gentle light flashed in Jose Floyd's eyes. He reached out, wrapped his strong, powerful arm around Nicole's waist, and pulled her into his embrace.
Initially frantic and scared, Nicole found comfort in being held and stabilized by someone. She looked at the person close to her, her cheeks flushed slightly, and her heart started to race uncontrollably.
"What are you afraid of? With me here."
His voice was soft but gave her a calming magic. He was the first man besides Wade who told her 'with me here,' giving her comforting words to rely on.
Nicole was momentarily lost, gazing deeply into Jose Floyd's eyes.
"I'll teach you to swim. Whatever you don't know or want to learn, I'll teach you."
His voice rang out again. Nicole snapped back to reality and nodded lightly, "Jose Floyd, thank you."
