[Music recommendation: PIXIE-T - Nothing Compares To Me]
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Just then, the wind began to stir again, followed by the restless movement of the sea. The whale plunged gracefully back into the water in a magnificent arch, sending a shower of droplets sparkling beneath the moonlight.
Aliana let out a joyful, musical laugh that echoed over the waves, watching the horizon in pure fascination.
Yet Gavriel was no longer looking at the sea, as his eyes were fixed on her.
As the whale breached the surface one last time in the distance, Aliana whispered, "Thank you..."
Slowly, she turned within his embrace until she was facing him directly.
With deep affection and raw desire pooling in her eyes, she draped her arms around his neck, bringing her lips tantalisingly close to his. "How about we head back... so you can collect that reward?"
Gavriel did not need to be told twice.
