Stay with them
The bus driver looks back at you and the other passengers. “Take your seats everyone. Next stop, Coonsburough and our lovely coast! We’ll be there before you know it.” The bus begins to lurch forward, merging onto the highway and further away from the big city.
You look at Leo and your paw to his snout. Your eyes widen in surprise as you glance back toward the beautiful girl who has captivated your gaze. She recognizes your dilemma and promptly nudges Leo in the shoulder. “Alright pretty boy, formalities are over. Can’t you see you’re embarrassing her? The name’s Eva by the way. Leo’s just a friend of a friend.
You breathe a sigh of relief and give a nod of thanks to Eva. She giggles as she ties back her hair and smooths down her ears. “Don’t mention it! You’re going to be our new buddy! Oh, and over there? That’s Grace and Aaron. They’ve been a couple for as long as I can remember.” The two turn in unison, their tales wrapped together as they smile with sharp teeth and big brown eyes. “Is there anything in particular you’d like to do in Coonsburough?” She looks at your casual strapless top and shorts. “Before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s get you in a bathing suit! This trip seems to have been a last minute decision for you, but there’s no shame in that.”
Eva digs into her large bag, pulling out sunscreen, a deflated beach ball, and other assorted objects. Eventually, her paw emerges with a small two-piece gray swimsuit laced through her fingers. “How’s this? I think it’ll fit perfectly!” You take the swimsuit, holding it up curiously to your face. “I think she likes it! If I may say, it matches your fur quite nicely.” You brush a paw up against your fur longingly, attempting to recall the softness of human skin.
The bus grinds to a halt as Eva jumps up from her seat. “Ooh, we’re here!” Outside, palm trees shake in the wind and sand covers the ground. The scent of saltwater hits your nose like a truck. It’s unmistakable. You smile and step off the bus. Behind you, Eva, Leo, Grace, and Aaron follow. Eva taps you on the shoulder. “Hey, you forgot your suit!”
Written by MaxtheRaccoon on 30 May 2017