Several months have passed since my acquaintance with Max. His attitude towards me was promising and, in general, everything went towards the logical development of our meetings. We had a good time, and there was nothing in this guy to shoot him off, but at the same time there was nothing that he wanted to surrender. I tried not to show my coldness, but whenever he tried to hug me or go over to more intimate caresses, I looked for and, in the end, found a reason to stop. The moment came when I tried all the ridiculous arguments, but it seemed that it did not bother him at all, and he behaved very patiently.

My friend was very original and romantic in his choice of surprises. He knew that I liked beautiful places, and in one of the last meetings, he hinted that he was planning a similar walk soon. On the appointed day I received a message from him that he would be waiting for me on the bank of the river. Externally, everything was very much like a date, but I was not going to surprise him with my appearance, wearing jeans as usual and a slightly transparent blouse, did not dye my eyes and took my hair with a hairpin. I also decided that this would be a good reason to dot the i's, and once again to emphasize that our communication is nothing more than friendly.

I came to the embankment on time, but he was not there. From the side of the river came the warm south wind. Despite the hot day, the evening emanated from the water. The sun was setting. I stopped, peering into the green distance, and mentally imagined what to say to him about our relationship. At this moment Max appeared with a bunch of white lilies.

“I suggest a ride on the river,” he suggested, presenting flowers and kissing me on the cheek.

- I'm not against.

At the sight of flowers, I was not much upset. It would be better if they were ordinary red roses, because white lilies at the very beginning of the evening were no less symbolic, but I decided to put aside dark thoughts and just enjoy the walk.

The trip on the boat brought a lot of impressions. I was a little uncomfortable when we were swimming at high speed right in the middle of the river, but Max reassured him, saying that it was not as deep as it might seem and put an arm around his shoulders. After some time, our boat moored to the shore. In the distance I saw a lonely building resembling a hotel or a hotel. I have never been to these places before. The coast was equipped as a beach, but now it was deserted. Max was very romantic and offered to walk along the shore.

- I did not know that there are such places ...

- So, I already surprised you? - with these words he took my hand.

- Maybe yes.

- That's not all, so I suggest to turn off the phone until tomorrow.

- Oh, it's very difficult! - I laughed.

- I will help.

With these words he stopped and hugged me.

“No, let's not,” I replied, carefully removing his hands.

Here for the first time I had the feeling that someone was watching us, that we were not alone. Moreover, when we walked along the river, pictures of that walk along the rocky bay involuntarily appeared in my memory with you, although outwardly there was nothing in common. Almost all the way, I was silent and was captured by those memories ... Sometimes I turned around, and it seemed to me that you were there, it was such a strong feeling that Max noticed my anxiety.

- Are you cold?

- No, I just had a feeling of “deja vu” ...

- You have not been here?

- Yes, but it is difficult to explain ...

- Maybe you were here in a dream?

From these words, the skin ran goosebumps, I was a little embarrassed.

- Probably not ..., Max, I would like to clarify one thing so that there would be no misunderstanding between us ...

I decided to start my prepared speech, while giving Max compliments and trying not to offend him in every way, because I do not consider it necessary to say such things directly. But he stopped me.

“All evening today is my surprise for you, but I promised ... and it’s just beginning, let's talk about it tomorrow ...”

Apparently, Max did not want to delve into my thoughts. From the first moment of our communication, I did not remember that I could give him a reason to count on something more. I did not hesitate to look better or act differently. Perhaps my vague position was the reason that Max decided to take the initiative. And now he persistently transferred the conversation to another topic.

At that moment, when I tried to convey my thoughts to him in a rather flowery way, hoping that I would quickly manage to complete our meeting and return home, I noticed a person. He sat on the beach and outwardly was unremarkable, but his profile and general appearance gave me the obsessive idea that it was you! Moreover, I was just sure of it! Such a thought greatly agitated and excited me.

“Are there homes nearby?” - I asked suddenly.

- As far as I know - no. Did you recognize someone?

- No, no, maybe you will show me a hotel? - I said with undisguised interest.

I had a secret hope that maybe this is a chance to meet with you again if I stay here and not go back to the city. In turn, my friend was very happy with this turn of events, and we went back. What was my disappointment when, I turned back towards the shore, and it was still deserted! It could not have seemed to me, I was extremely annoyed ... But there was nowhere to retreat, we entered the hotel, and Max took the keys to the room.

****

The sun was at the horizon level, its last rays illuminated the room of the room with a warm red-fiery light. The setting was more than romantic. Max tried very hard. And a boat trip, and a hotel on the beach, flowers and champagne - all this was very difficult to resist.

- I have prepared something for you here ..., I hope you will like it ...

With these words, he pointed to the bed, on which lay a red silk dress and a set of underwear. Of course, I did not expect such a surprise, and I was very embarrassed, besides, I understood that it obliges a lot. Max was waiting for my reaction.

- You're just crazy!

- Do you like? I want you to put it on.

- Yes, I am delighted, thank you! But you bribe me!

I laughed and kissed his cheek.

Such a gift raised my mood a little and distracted me from pursuing thoughts. In addition, the dress was very pretty and I really wanted to try it on. I proceeded to the bathroom to change clothes.

Red lace underwear with black inserts looked defiant and very erotic. Putting it on, I went to the mirror, took off the hairpin and let her hair down. All my attention was occupied by looking at myself, when suddenly in the reflection behind my back I saw you! Having crossed your arms over your chest, you leaned on the bathroom door and looked at me with an appreciative look. For a moment I froze and looked sharply around. Of course, there was no one there. I quickly put on the dress, I tried to calm down, but it turned out badly. I seriously began to think that these visions were caused by what I often think of you. Once again I looked at myself in the mirror and decided that Max was right, I need to get distracted.

****

Max sat with a cigarette in his hand, leaning back in his chair and stretching his legs. I felt a slightly sweet smell, only vaguely reminiscent of tobacco smoke. When he saw me, he put a cigarette, and we went to the balcony.

- Looks awesome!

- Thank you, but, really, it was not worth it ..., everything is very beautiful. You know, I have long wanted to tell you ...

- You can even forget about business today, better see what kind of window.

We drank a glass of wine. Max caught courage, whereas I still could not recover from the episode in the bathroom.

- I noticed that it is difficult for you to relax, you are always in your thoughts ...

- Maybe ..., for me it is noticeable?

- Actually, yes ...He smiled faintly, and took a cigarette.

- You need to relax. Want to try?...