Leah and Paige bounced in the backseat of their parents' car, the excitement practically palpable in the air. Britney Spears blared through the speakers, and the sisters couldn't help but sing along at the top of their lungs, their voices mingling with laughter.
"Oops, we did it again!" Leah belted out, earning a giggle from Paige beside her.
Their parents chuckled from the front seats, glancing at each other with fond smiles. "You girls sure are excited," their mom remarked, her eyes twinkling with amusement.
Paige grinned, her eyes shining with anticipation. "Of course, Mom! It's not every day we get to spend the entire summer at the beach house."
Leah nodded enthusiastically, her mind already drifting to lazy days spent soaking up the sun and evenings filled with laughter around the bonfire. "Yeah, and without any parental supervision," she added with a mischievous grin.
Their dad chuckled, shaking his head in mock disapproval. "Now, remember, girls, with great freedom comes great responsibility," he said, adopting a serious tone.
Their mom nodded in agreement. "Exactly. We trust you both to take care of yourselves and the beach house while we're away."
Leah and Paige exchanged knowing glances before bursting into laughter. "Don't worry, Mom and Dad, we've got this," Paige assured them, her grin widening.
Their parents chuckled, rolling their eyes affectionately. "Just remember the rules we've set," their dad reminded them.
Leah and Paige exchanged amused glances before launching into a playful reenactment of their parents' list of rules, complete with exaggerated expressions and dramatic gestures.
"Rule number one: No wild parties!" Leah exclaimed, wagging her finger in mock seriousness.
"Rule number two: No boys allowed!" Paige added with a smirk.
Their parents chuckled, shaking their heads at their daughters' antics. "Alright, alright, you two," their mom said, unable to suppress her own laughter. "Just behave yourselves and have fun."
Leah and Paige grinned at each other, their excitement bubbling over as they continued to sing along to the music, the beach house looming closer with each passing mile. As they embarked on their summer adventure, they knew that this was just the beginning of an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, love, and endless possibilities.
I hope you enjoyed chapter 1 of Sun-Kissed Hearts. I promise you will not regret reading this book. (: