“HOLDING HANDS WHILE WALKING”

"Do you want to take a walk?" Marius asked me, perhaps noticing how engrossed I was in the beautiful scenery we were passing by.

I smiled and turned to my boyfriend, nodding in agreement without hesitation.

"Sure, our destination isn't far from here, right?" I asked.

Following my consent, Marius parked the car under a large, leafy mango tree.

"We'll just walk for about fifteen minutes. Is that okay with you?" Marius asked me.

I shrugged before smiling and replying, "No worries."

Truth be told, the real reason I agreed to take a walk was to spend more time with Marius. Walking with him was a different experience, and the shade of the trees made it pleasant. I couldn't see any reason not to agree with his idea, which was actually quite beautiful.

"You know, I was supposed to tell you something earlier," I began as Marius and I walked side by side.

"Yeah? What is it?" Marius asked, smiling as he held my hand.

I liked how Marius moved. I could feel the warmth of his hand, as if it