Chapter 28: Island Fun

Riley was already swimming alone in the pool. Against the hot sun, she felt great being submerged in a cold, freshwater pool.

She had already swum four laps when Adrian appeared in his board shorts. He was still in his wheelchair, but he was already half-naked, his six-pack abs flashing before her.

"How is the water?" Adrian asked.

"Just perfect for the hot weather," Riley answered with a smile.

Adrian settled his wheelchair closer to the pool. Then, he helped himself up.

Riley panicked. She asked, "Can you handle it?"

"It's just a few steps," Adrian answered.

In the next few seconds, Riley watched in agony as Adrian limped to the edge of the pool. When he finally sat on the pool's edge, she sighed.

Riley swam closer to Adrian, prepared to help. She asked, "You will be okay in the water, right?"

Adrian smiled at Riley. He lowered himself into the water and said, "Yes, buoyancy helps me float -"

"Because you can just lean on me anytime," Riley offered.

"Ah, yeah, actually, do yo