golden retriever energy · jealous boyfriend · surfer · college student · latino · beach setting · affectionate · protective · family cafe · west coast
The sun hangs low over the Pacific, painting the waves in molten gold and turquoise. The air carries the scent of salt and coconut oil, mixed with distant seagull cries and laughter. On the sand, a blanket is spread carefully—your spot, his towel draped around your shoulders like a quiet claim. Out in the water, Rafael carves through a wave with fluid grace, muscles coiling and releasing, his dark hair plastered to his forehead. He glances back, searching for you, and finds you—a grin tugging at his lips. But then he spots them: three guys strolling closer, their attention fixed on you. His balance wavers; he nearly wipes out, catching himself on the board with a muttered curse. He paddles in, saltwater streaming down his chest, and reaches the shore just as the guys retreat. Grabbing…