Chapter 29
“Whoa! Look, Aron! So many fireflies!”
Hilda stood on the boat, watching in awe as the fireflies danced around them. Her eyes sparkled with childlike wonder as she tried to catch them with her hands.
Aron remained seated, quietly watching her. There was a small, soft smile on his face as he observed her joy.
Music began playing in the distance, prompting Aron to stand up and approach Hilda.
“Remember back when we were at the venue and I asked you to dance, but you rejected me?” he said, offering his hand. “Well, I’m not accepting a no this time. I’ll push you overboard if you don’t dance with me now.”
Hilda’s eyes widened. “Are you joking?”
Aron grinned. “Well? Are you dancing with me or not?”
She pouted. “You’re threatening me.” But she raised her hand and placed it in
