Chapter 4: Climax
Jason and Anne Marie's breaths were heavy as they ran along the winding paths of the park. They were both covered in a light sheen of sweat as the sun beat down on them, making the air feel heavy and thick.
"Are you sure about this, Jason?" Anne Marie asked, her voice trembling slightly as she looked over at him. "We're taking a big risk here."
Jason slowed his pace, turning to face her as they stopped to catch their breath.
Anne Marie gazed up at him with wide, affectionate eyes, a soft smile playing across her lips.
"I'm nervous, Jason," she admitted, her voice barely a whisper. "I mean, you know what we're doing here, right?"
Jason's eyes softened as he looked down at her, a smile tugging at his lips.
"I do, baby," he replied. "And I don't want you to be nervous.