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Cruise Confessions

Author: Sarah Ovvens
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-18 13:03:17

Xavier glanced at his phone and saw Logan’s message flash across the screen.

"Where the hell are you, man?"

With a heavy sigh, Xavier dialed Logan back. It didn’t even take two rings before Logan answered.

“Finally! I’ve been trying to reach you for hours!” Logan’s voice was a mix of concern and exasperation.

Xavier got up from his bed and flopped down onto the sofa, rubbing his temples. “Yeah, I know. I’ve been… occupied.” He let out a sigh, trying to shake off the stress.

“Occupied? Dude, you’re supposed to be relaxing. I didn’t force you onto this cruise just so you could stress out over more stuff. You need a break.”

Xavier let out a half-laugh, half-groan. “Well, it hasn’t exactly been the stress-free escape you promised. It’s a mess here.”

Logan’s voice softened, shifting into his professional tone. “Okay, what happened? You sound like someone just told you the pool bar ran out of rum.”

Xavier sat up, running his hand through his hair. “I invited this girl, Bella, to my room. We
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