After hanging up the phone, Camila turned to her mom, Claire. "Mom, Connor's picking me up to go to Fernwood Valley. I'm just going to pack a few things."

Claire nodded with a warm smile. "Go enjoy yourself, sweetheart. Just be safe."

Camila hugged her tightly. "I will, don't worry."

Claire returned the hug, a rush of emotions washing over her. Camila had grown from a naive little girl into a confident, mature woman. Her boyfriend was a great guy, which filled Claire with immense pride and relief.

Camila headed home and quickly packed some casual clothes. On her way out, she swung by the pharmacy and grabbed a box of motion sickness pills.

At the edge of the village, Connor's car was already waiting. As soon as he saw her, he got out and walked over.

Taking her backpack, he gently put an arm around her and helped her into the passenger seat. His actions were smooth and natural, like they were a couple who had been together for years.

a hint of concern as he started the

nodded, her excitement bubbling over.

Camila glanced at the road and suddenly blurted out, "Are you sure we're going the

and shook his head. "No

looked puzzled. "No boat? Then how are we getting

a twinkle in

over into a clearing. Camila looked around curiously and then gasped. There, gleaming in the sunlight, was a helicopter, its white body looking like a majestic

Camila stammered, eyes

smiling. "Yep, this is our ride

about fifteen minutes to fly from the downtown airport to

Connor took her hand and led her to the helicopter. The pilot stepped out and opened the cabin door

Connor, please," he said,

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