Thank you for all the updates. At least you guys like my writing, unlike my stupid English teacher!!! I hate college English, it's so twisted. Anyways, here is the latest update. Enjoy!!

2 days later

Dan eased his way up the stairs to the beach house, he turned to watch as the taxi drove down the driveway.

The sun moved towards the horizon, twilight was still a few hours away. The doctor had told him to take it easy and keep the stress to a minimum. Which involves staying away from Deb and all the people who cause my blood pressure to skyrocket, except for Karen.. Dan smirked at the last thought.

It was so nice to feel like he had a challenge, something to look forward to in the morning…a reason to get up, something to live for.

Resting against the door, Dan looked out at the beauty of the waves as they crashed on the beach. Thank God I am alive. Closing his eyes, he sent a prayer upwards to the heavens. Unlocking the door he pushed inside of the house.

The air was dank and chilly. No one had been here since that night he'd spent at Karen's. He was surprised that Deb hadn't been by to check things.

The drooping plants demanded a spill of water, so they could inch their way out of the pit of death that called to them.

Moving slowly, he filled the water can with water and set about watering the plants, restoring life to them.

The microwave clock glared 6:35 at him. His stomach grumbled, rubbing a hand absently against his chest. He moved to the fridge to check the contents.

Moldy cheese and sour milk greeted him. Grimacing, he shut the fridge and moved to the phone. Placing a call to a nearby pizza joint ensured that he would have food in 30 minutes.

Rationalizing that having cheesy pizza after having had a heart attack wasn't logical. Dan reminded himself that he'd sustained the heart attack from blood pressure and not cholesterol. Smiling to himself, he inhaled lightly, looking around the room.

The sound of tires on gravel, put him on guard, causing his heart to beat a little faster. It better not be Deb. Moving to the window by the curtain, he saw Karen's car.

A smile broke out on his face, had someone been watching his reaction, they would not have believed that this person was Dan Scott. That a man with his reputation could look so carefree and happy.

Curly brown hair bounced as she bounded up the steps to the door. A light knock sounded, Dan ran a cautious hand through his hair and opened the door.

"Dan, how are you?" Karen took in his ruddy face.
"I'm good. Please come in." Dan took her hand and led her inside.

Karen put her purse on the kitchen table and watched Dan as he moved over to the cupboard.

"Can I interest you in a glass of water or sour milk?" Dan said the few words jokingly.

"Water is good, you have no food? Do you want me to go grab you some stuff?" Karen asked.

"No, but thank you. I have pizza coming in" he looked at the microwave clock "21 minutes. Would you like to join me?" his eyebrows raised questioningly. Please say you'll stay, I could use the company.

"Sure." Karen nodded.

"Would you like to go for a walk on the beach?" Dan asked, holding out his hand.

"Sure." Karen smiled and took his hand.

The sun danced across the water, darkening their shadows on the sand. Dan took off his sandals and waded into the water.

Karen stood on the sand, watching as his toes squished into the sand under the water.

"Come in?" Dan held out his hand.

Karen stepped back, shaking her head. Her eyes sparkled with humor as she watched his antics as he tried to grab her to drag her into the water with him.

His hand grazed hers for a second, his feet tangled together and he looked like he was about to trip and fall.

Karen reached out and steadied him, her hands clasping his. She stepped out of her sandals. Wading into the soft waves with him, they moved as if dancing.

Dan took her hand and walked with her in the warm water. "What about the pizza guy?" Karen's question stopped him.

"I left money out for him and told him to put the pizza inside on the counter. Don't worry, we'll be going back soon." Dan walked further down the beach.

The sun slowly descended through the sky. Shadows lengthened and deepened. Time seemed to stand still.

Dan slowly turned around and walked them back towards the beach house which wasn't too far. Silence seemed to reign as they walked hand-in-hand back to the cabin.

As they stood, feet still in the water, hands mirroring each other. Karen lifted her head to look into Dan's eyes, her eyes entranced with his. Their gazes didn't waver.

The sun glowed right between their faces, highlighting the features of each, emphasizing the beauty.

Karen lifted a hand to caress in Dan's hair. His fingers gently traced her cheek, down to her lips, lightly touching her lips.

His head lowered, lips moving to hers, gently caressing them. A soft butterfly kiss eased her mouth open.

Passion swirled, desire raged. Heads angled for better access. Dan's hand cradled her head. Heat grew around them and within.

A person in the distance watched them, eyes wide in shock. Blond hair glinted in the sunlight.

The two reunited lovers kissed on without noticing their audience.

Long enough, plz say yes. I spent an hour writing this. Updates within the week!!!!

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