On a rainy night, the school beauty knocked on my door and asked for shelter

"Let's go to the beach one last time and have a blast!" Zhao Yueyue was the first to raise her hand. "We didn't get enough fun yesterday! And the sun is so nice today!"

"I second that!" Huang Mao responded immediately.

Su Yuqing and Qu Danwan also expressed their desire to go to the beach.

Zhao Yuanyuan looked at Lin Yu'an, and Lin Yu'an nodded in agreement.

So, the group spent their last moments on Azure Island on this pure, bright blue summer beach.

The seawater was lukewarm, and the temperature of the sand was just right.

Like a playful little dolphin, Zhao Yueyue pulled Zhao Yuanyuan and rushed into the waves, her laughter ringing out.

Zhou Hao and Qu Danwan then started a childish but enjoyable water fight, with water splashing everywhere.

Chen Mo accompanied Su Yuqing as they walked slowly in the shallow water. The seawater was ankle-deep, cool and comfortable. The two held hands, occasionally exchanging smiles, their silent sweetness flowing in the sunlight.

Huang Mao sat under the parasol, watching the boisterous Zhao Yueyue with a gentle smile on his face.

Lin Yu'an stood a little further away, quietly wading through the waves. After being "abandoned" by her sister, Zhao Yuanyuan slowly walked over to him, and the two chatted casually in a relaxed atmosphere.

When they got tired of playing, everyone lay sprawled on the beach to sunbathe, letting the fine sand cover their skin and feeling the heat of the sun and the coolness of the sea breeze.

"It's almost time to pack up and head back." Chen Mo glanced at his watch; it was nearly noon. He immediately sat up, brushed the sand off his clothes, and said, "Let's take a group photo before we leave to commemorate this island trip."

The proposal was immediately met with a positive response from everyone.

They chose the small courtyard in front of the guesthouse, with a white wall covered in green vines and blooming bougainvillea behind them. Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the branches and leaves, casting dappled shadows and creating a vibrant summer atmosphere.

"Come on, give me your phone, I'll take the pictures for you!" The guesthouse owner enthusiastically took Chen Mo's phone.

Chen Mo gently wrapped his arms around Su Yuqing's waist from behind, resting his chin affectionately on her shoulder. Su Yuqing turned her head slightly, her cheek almost touching his. The two smiled brightly, their eyes filled with undisguised affection.

Zhou Hao and Qu Danwan stood side by side, with Zhou Hao's hand on Qu Danwan's shoulder. Qu Danwan leaned slightly towards him, her smile gentle, a natural and tacit understanding.

Lin Yu'an and Zhao Yuanyuan were arranged to stand together. Both of them were a little shy. Lin Yu'an stood straight, while Zhao Yuanyuan lowered her head slightly and placed her hands in front of her, but there was a faint smile on her lips. The budding feelings flowed quietly in the sunlight.

Up ahead, the prankster group is online! Zhao Yueyue stands in the very center, one hand on her hip, the other making a big "V" sign, grinning from ear to ear.

Huang Mao, standing next to her, deliberately made a "fierce and menacing" expression, but secretly stretched out a hand and made a rabbit ear shape on Zhao Yueyue's head.

"Ready! 3, 2, 1—cheese!" the guesthouse owner shouted.

"Cheese!!!" Everyone shouted in unison, their smiles frozen in that moment.

After taking photos and washing up, the group enjoyed a final, sumptuous seafood feast at the guesthouse owner's house before packing their bags and reluctantly bidding farewell to the guesthouse and the azure bay that had left them with so many unforgettable memories, preparing to head home.

On the return ferry, the atmosphere was completely different from when we arrived.

Chen Mo and Su Yuqing stood side by side on the stern deck, watching the long white waves trailing behind the ship.

The sea breeze caressed Su Yuqing's long hair, and Chen Mo naturally reached out to tuck it behind her ear. As he withdrew his hand, his fingertips gently brushed against the pink pearl on her chest. He felt that the pearl looked even more beautiful in the afternoon sunlight than it did at night, and it suited Su Yuqing even better.

Su Yuqing turned her head and smiled sweetly at him. Sunlight fell on her clear eyes, filling them with undisguised happiness. Their hands were already intertwined under the railing; since confirming their relationship, they wished they could be glued together.

This time, it wasn't just a vague feeling of affection, but a clear and definite "relationship".

Feeling the touch of each other's hands, both of them felt a surge of sweet happiness welling up inside them.

Zhou Hao and Qu Danwan sat by the window in the cabin.

Zhou Hao was excitedly looking through the photos on his camera, mostly landscapes and group photos. When he came across a blurry silhouette of two people huddled together under fireworks, he paused and quietly tilted the camera screen towards Qu Danwan.

It's obvious that this photo captures the moment Chen Mo and Su Yuqing kissed last night. Zhou Hao was taking pictures of fireworks when he accidentally captured this scene.

Qu Danwan glanced at him, said nothing, but her gaze lingered on Zhou Hao's lips, and then the curve of her lips deepened.

But when she saw Zhou Hao's gaze fall on her lips, she immediately turned her head shyly to look at the sea rushing past the window.

This unspoken sense of security and intimacy was their greatest takeaway from the trip.

Lin Yu'an and Zhao Yuanyuan sat in the row behind.

Zhao Yuanyuan was listening to music with headphones on, while Lin Yu'an was reading a book he carried with him.

Sunlight streamed through the window, bathing the two of them in a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere.

Occasionally, Lin Yu'an would whisper to Zhao Yuanyuan if she wanted some water. Zhao Yuanyuan would shake her head or point to a certain place in the book and ask softly. After receiving an answer, she would quiet down again.

That subtle, unspoken affection that quietly blossomed amidst the fireworks has now grown like the rising sun over the sea—warm but not glaring, with ample time and space to develop naturally.

Zhao Yueyue and Huang Maoze sat on the other side by the window.

Zhao Yueyue, wearing headphones, stared blankly out the window, seemingly processing something.

Huang Mao was playing a game on his phone, his fingers flying across the keys, but his eyes would occasionally dart toward the girl beside him.

When Zhao Yueyue seemed to notice his gaze and turned her head in confusion, he immediately pretended to be focused on the screen, though his ears turned slightly red.

Zhao Yueyue pursed her lips, looked out the window again, and a tiny, subtle smile curved her lips without her even noticing.

The huge topic of "liking" has been temporarily put into the "to be processed" folder, but the position of "good friends" is not only secure, but has even been quietly marked as "special attention".

Their summer story has just begun.

The ferry cut through the azure waters and headed home.

The sea breeze carries a salty, damp scent, and also the unique flavor of this summer, a mixture of sea salt, fireworks, tears, laughter, and innocent thoughts.

The four journeys that have just experienced different emotional trials have come to a temporary end, but the chapters of youth are sailing with this ship towards a broader future full of infinite possibilities.

The summer memories of Bikong Island, like the pink pearl around Su Yuqing's neck, gently settle in the softest corner of everyone's heart.

This summer, blessed by fireworks, has only just begun; their story is far from over. (End of Chapter)