87. Vibrant colors of dusk...

Isla’s POV

As the first rays of dawn gently filtered through the curtains, the melodic strains of "Take the World" by Johnny Swim filled the room, coaxing me out of the depths of sleep. With a groggy yawn, I slowly opened my eyes, blinking away the remnants of dreams as I adjusted to the soft, dimly lit ambiance. Rolling out of bed, I stretched languidly before padding over to the window, pulling back the curtains to reveal the world outside just beginning to stir.

With a sense of purpose settling over me, I made my way to the bathroom, the warm water of the shower beckoning like a siren's call. Thirty minutes slipped by in a blur of steam and soothing cascades, washing away the last remnants of sleep and leaving me feeling refreshed and invigorated.

Emerging from the bathroom, I surveyed the array of clothing in my closet, fingers trailing over fabrics and colors as I pondered my choice for the day ahead. Settling on a knee-high pink satin dress paired with white gladiator boots, I f