Bonfires were scattered along the beach, fireworks sparkled on the sky and reflected on the sea, just like the thousands of stars above their heads. Vera had never seen anything half as beautiful. She was glad she agreed to join Mar for the summer solstice festivities, she thought as she sat on the shore, the sea licking her feet. Groups of youths gathered around the bonfires, eating and drinking, mainly drinking though. The sun had set a couple of hours ago, but the party was just starting. Vera only knew Mar, from all the people she had gone with, and she was a bit overwhelmed, he was really outgoing, and that was why she liked him, but it was also shocking because of her colder and more pragmatic personality. Vera stared at the sea, she would miss it when she went back to her hometown. She would miss the sea, the heat, the warmth of the people, and Mar. She didn't dare to tell him, but she felt strongly attached to him. She didn't want to call it love, but it was in a way.
People laughing and shouting woke her up from her day dreaming. Mar and his friends were dragging a girl to the shore, while she pleaded for mercy. After taking her mobile phone they tossed her into the sea.
-We do this every year on one of our friends, it's a tradition.- Mar explained to a surprised Vera.
-You people have weird traditions!
-There's another one,... people usually swim in the sea around midnight.
-Isn't it dangerous?
-It's the Mediterranean! Come on! Let's get in the water.- he told her waving to the girl who was swimming around fully clothed.
-I don't have a swimming suit,...- Vera complained.
-None of us have!
Without any further word he stripped naked and dove into the waves. Vera considered her choices, but when would she be able to swim naked in the sea again? That night was all about celebration and having fun, she thought as she followed her friend into the sea.
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