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"We're here," Eddie announced as he and Rachel pulled up outside their home for the week. Having decided a hire car was the best option, Rachel had enjoyed poking fun at Eddie for getting lost in the foreign rules of the road. So when they'd arrived in Cala Galdana, in just under 40 minutes, she roared in laughter at the look of triumph which automatically spread across the man's face.
"How could you ever doubt me," he mumbled in jest, as if reading Rachel's prior thoughts.
"I didn't," she grinned, placing a firm hand on Eddie's forearm, "now come on then Lawson let's get these bags unloaded."
He rolled his eyes in mock surprise at Rachel's comments, momentarily following her movements of emerging from the vehicle and strolling round to the boot.
The sun had set just over an hour ago, so darkness had now well and truly set in. Despite this, Rachel's breath was caught in her throat at the site that lay in front of her. Lit by just the glowing warmth of a nearby light, she instantly fell in love with the two storey villa her and Eddie would be sharing for 7 days. Having left the booking to Eddie - a surprise he called it - excitement was creeping up on her at the thought of exploring the inside of this breathtaking building.
"You okay Rach," Eddie whispered, snaking his free hand around her waist and holding her suitcase in another.
Only then did Rachel remove herself from her reverie, the sound of Eddie's voice instantly raising her stare to meet his.
"Never better, this looks wonderful," she replied before grabbing a bag and moving towards the entrance.
"They said the key would be in that box there," Eddie spoke, joining Rachel on the front step and gesturing towards a small postbox like structure, "the code is... 4724," he added, after fumbling around for several seconds with a piece of paper.
Rachel's attempts to stifle a giggle at his scrambling failed drastically, and in turn he gave her a gentle nudge before punching the numbers into the key code.
"Voilà," he commented in triumph, opening the door to allow Rachel first entry.
"We're in Spain darling not France," she joked in response, placing a single hand on his chest.
Eddie grinned instantly, attempting to conjure up some sort of response. He wasn't given a chance however, as he watched the woman he loves stroll through the open door, an infectious beam more than evident on her lips.
The small but homely hallway lead through to a set of stairs, followed by a kitchen diner area. As Rachel switched on a nearby light, she noticed a wide glass door, leading out onto a garden and pool. Turning around to capture Eddie's gaze in her own, she gasped, colouring the slight noise with as much gratitude and love as possible.
Together, the couple moved towards the glass and as the door was opened, they were met with the gentle sound of the sea crashing against the rocks. Even in darkness and on the lower floor, the view was astonishing. As clichéd as it sounded, Rachel felt like she was living in a dream.
"This is absolutely perfect Eddie," she spoke softly, settled perfectly in the man's arms as both parties glanced all around them.
"I reckon the view will be even better upstairs," he leant forward slightly, whispering in Rachel's ear. As expected, this sent an abundance of shivers travelling through her body. The warmth of Eddie's breath on Rachel's neck was enough to send her mind overflowing.
Closing the door behind them and dumping their luggage, Rachel and Eddie made their way up to the second floor - admiring every little detail on the way. The tiled flooring which felt cool against their now bare feet, as well as the smell of lily scented air fresheners that submerged their senses. It was everything Rachel had hoped for, everything she had anticipated from the moment Eddie had announced this holiday. He never failed to amaze Rachel, and this was certainly no exception. Eddie had thought of absolutely everything, from the view down to the thoughtful decor of the place: it was stunning.
Arriving at another door, attached to their bedroom, Rachel noted that Eddie had in fact been correct. The view that welcomed their eyes was phenomenal, almost every part of the town could be witnessed - a nearby hotel, the beach itself, and dozens of shops and restaurants; that the pair would undoubtedly explore in upcoming days.
Rachel leant against the balcony upon reaching it, utterly mesmerised by this whole atmosphere. She instinctively leant back into Eddie's embrace as his arms enveloped around her waist. A kiss was planted adjacent to her ear, then they began to trail downwards, across her neck and surrounding her collarbone. One final kiss was implemented before Eddie mumbled, "I'm glad you like it Rachel."
She simply smiled in response, aware that his eyes didn't have access to the grin, but hoping he would sense the happiness radiating from her body. By now, it was gone 11 o'clock, however, neither Eddie or Rachel had succumbed to tiredness just yet. The pair were far too content with the warmth of each other, and the astounding sight of the countless stars that they were witness to. Rachel's last conscious thought, was what a wonderful beginning to their first holiday this was.