The following morning dawned with a sense of spontaneous adventure. Tae, ever the impulsive one, had declared a "road trip" after a leisurely breakfast. Sara, still basking in the warmth of their newfound closeness, readily agreed. Soon, they were speeding along the picturesque French countryside in V’s sleek, vibrant blue Bugatti, the wind whipping through their hair as they cruised past rolling green hills and charming little villages.
"Where exactly are we going?" Sara asked, a wide smile on her face, enjoying the thrill of the open road and the carefree energy between them.
Tae grinned, his eyes sparkling with excitement as he glanced at her. "It's a surprise! But trust me, it involves stunning scenery and… well, you'll see."
They drove for a couple of hours, the landscape unfolding before them like a beautiful painting. Vineyards stretched across the hillsides, their rows of vines a testament to the rich agricultural heritage of the region. Quaint stone houses with colorful shutters dotted the landscape, exuding a timeless charm.
"This is beautiful, Tae," Sara said, her gaze taking in the breathtaking scenery. "I had no idea the French countryside was so… peaceful."
"It has its moments," he chuckled, his hand finding hers on the center console, his thumb gently stroking her skin. "But the real beauty is yet to come."
As the afternoon wore on, Tae turned off the main highway onto a smaller, winding road, the Bugatti handling the curves with effortless grace. The scenery became even more rural, with dense forests giving way to vast, open fields.
"Are we going to a farm?" Sara teased, noticing the increasing number of cows grazing in the distance.
Tae laughed. "Not exactly. But we are heading somewhere… natural."
Finally, as the sun began to dip towards the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange, pink, and gold, Tae pulled the car off the side of a secluded country lane. They had arrived at a sprawling, velvety green meadow, stretching as far as the eye could see, bordered by a distant line of trees. The air was crisp and clean, carrying the scent of fresh grass and damp earth.
"Ta-da!" Tae exclaimed, turning to Sara with a triumphant grin. "Our private stargazing haven."
Sara’s breath caught in her throat. The meadow was stunning, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun. It felt like they were the only two people in the world.
"This is… incredible, Tae," she breathed, her eyes wide with wonder.
He hopped out of the car and came around to open her door. "I thought you'd like it. It's far away from the city lights, perfect for watching the stars."They grabbed a couple of blankets and a small cooler from the trunk. Tae spread one of the blankets on the soft grass, and they both sat down, leaning back against the other. He popped open a couple of beers, handing one to Sara.
As the last rays of sunlight faded, the sky began to transform. Slowly, one by one, tiny pinpricks of light began to appear, scattered across the darkening canvas. Soon, the entire sky was ablaze with a million twinkling stars, their brilliance amplified by the absence of city lights.
"Wow," Sara whispered, gazing up in awe."I haven't seen stars like this in years."
"It's pretty magical, isn't it?" Tae murmured, his gaze also fixed on the celestial display.
They sat in comfortable silence for a while, simply soaking in the beauty of the night sky. The only sounds were the gentle chirping of crickets and the soft rustling of the wind through the tall grass.
"You know," Sara said softly, breaking the silence, "I never thought I'd be here, in the middle of the French countryside, watching stars with you."
Tae turned to her, his eyes reflecting the starlight. "Life has a funny way of surprising us, doesn't it?"

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Love with Lust | KTH | 21+ ?
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