A Summer to Remember

had stayed in before.
    “Where you going?” Adrian asked.
    “Oh. I guess I was heading to the room I stayed in last time. I liked that room.”
    “Well, you might want to check out the room I stay in before you make any decisions. If you don’t like it, we can stay in that room, but I’m pretty sure you will.” He motioned for me to follow him. We walked into a door at the end of the hall and I was happy he insisted I see it first. I walked straight over to the huge picture windows and pulled back the curtains. The view was amazing! I noticed a sliding glass door that led out onto a deck. I pulled it open and walked outside to admire the view that overlooked the lake.
    “Why didn’t you show this to me the last time we were here?” I was a little jealous he had this view the whole time we were here last time and he didn’t even want to share it with me.
    “I thought about it. But I thought that might be a little awkward for you—someone you’ve just met inviting you into his room. I didn’t want you to think of me as one of those guys.”
    “That makes sense.” He stood behind me and wrapped his arms around me. “This is gorgeous. So relaxing. I’m surprised Brian didn’t want this room.”
    “He’s more into wanting space than wanting a view, so he took the master at the other end of the hallway.”
    “Hey, you two love birds!” Brian came up behind us and smacked Adrian on the shoulder. “You ready to hit the lake or what?”
    “Yeah, I think so. You ready, babe?”
    “Actually I’m feeling a little tired. I think I’m going to stay back and take a nap. I know how long those campfires can last so I’d rather just stay here and rest up for that.”
    “All right, we’ll stay here, then.”
    “Let me know if you change your mind. I’m gonna go pack up the coolers.” Brian walked out the bedroom door.
    “No, you go. Have fun! I’ll be fine here by myself. Besides, it’d be nice for Lily to have someone she knows to go with.” I walked back into the bedroom.
    “Are you sure?” He followed me and closed to sliding door behind him.
    “Yes, I’m fine. I promise. Now go have fun with your friends.” I wrapped my arms around his neck and hugged him.
    “All right.” He kissed me softly on the lips. “I love you.”
    “I love you, too.” He walked out the bedroom door. I took my sandals off and flopped down on the bed.
    “Oh, babe.” He popped his head in the doorway. “Don’t forget to check out the bathroom.” He nodded toward a door that I had thought was a closet. “You’ll love it.” Before I could say anything, he disappeared and closed the door.
    I glanced around the room. Everything was total log cabin style. All the furniture was made out of logs. There was a bed, two nightstands, and a dresser with a mirror. He was right, the room wasn’t big, but that view made up for it for sure.
    I opened the door to the bathroom. He was right, I loved it! To the right was a huge Jacuzzi tub in front of a large window with the same view as the deck. There was also a beautifully tiled shower with glass doors; you could probably fit five people in it. This was my dream bathroom, except for the shower, it could be smaller. I never understood why you would need to have such a big shower. As much as I wanted to test out the Jacuzzi tub, I was too tired and hungry, and I knew I probably wouldn’t enjoy it as much as I could until after I was fed and rested.
    I went downstairs to fix myself a sandwich and took it upstairs to enjoy it on the deck. What I wouldn’t give to have a house like this someday. After I ate my lunch, I went inside and laid down on the giant king size bed. I was so tired, it didn’t take long before I was sound asleep.
     

 
     
    CHAPTER 29

    I woke up to the sound of voices coming from downstairs. From the light outside, I could tell it was probably close to dinnertime. I decided to lie in bed for a few more minutes before heading down to join the group. I couldn’t believe he was leaving tomorrow. The reality of it was finally starting to sink in. I heard the door squeak open behind me. I turned over and Adrian was closing the door behind him.
    “Good, you’re up.” He smiled at me. His hair was wet and his chest, arms and cheeks were slightly red from the sun.
    “Yeah.” He crawled into bed and laid his arm over my side. “How was the lake?” I asked him.
    “It was fun. It would’ve been a lot better if you were with us.” He brushed a