– It is a pity. I would like to go. It must be very beautiful there. And what is this gazebo that is located there behind the bridge? She asked the waiter.
– This is a summer gazebo for vacationers. Come to us in the summer, it will be great here. Here is the scene for the evening show.
– And what kind of show?
– We will have a show in the style of «Ancient Russia», pagan Russia!
– I must definitely come here, Marina thought to herself. Alone or with someone, it does not matter. That is what I need. That is what I was looking for. I need to know everything about this place. Where and how, and from whom? There were many questions in her head, and she was already mentally writing material about this place.
– Honey, where are you flying? Her aunt’s voice interrupted her thoughts.
– I am here. How I miss the Light. Marina thought. Remembering my best friend. I wish I had her here. And here is the rain, and quite strong. The rain gathered all the vacationers under one roof. Marina stood by the table and admired the wonderful beauty. «I like to watch the rain,» she said aloud.
– Yes, it is a beautiful sight.
Marina involuntarily looked back, and her eyes collided with a guy passing by. For a few seconds, they stood silently and looked at each other. It seemed to her that this moment was an eternity, and she has known this man all her life. The guy stared intently at the girl, and involuntarily wanted to step forward. Something stopped him, perhaps not determination, or Marina’s entourage. And he continued to stare at her.
– Bro, let us go sit down, one of his friends called him. The guy did not freely agree, and before leaving, he looked back again in the hope of seeing the girl. Their gaze collided again, this time they did not want to let go of this moment, they wanted to say something to each other. The guy retired to the lower hall, and Marina remained standing by the open gazebo and watching the raindrops drain from the leaves of local plants. She closed her eyes and thought, what is wrong with me. Her heart was pounding, goosebumps ran through her body, and she was shaking inside.
– Marinochka, drink some wine, baby, you will feel better right away. Marina returned to her seat and took the glass from her aunt’s hands.
– Yes, I think I will have a drink. The whole event took less than a minute, and no one had time to figure out what was going on.
A group of friends went down to the lower hall, but since there were no empty tables there, they returned and settled down at the bar. While they were walking back, Marina examined the person from head to toe. He was a tall, strong, young man, of Slavic appearance, about thirty-five years old, with soft facial features, gray-blue eyes and light brown hair color. You could tell by his eyes that he was a kind man, he radiated warm. The slight stubble on his face gave him masculinity, and said that he did not shave it very often. The guy often smiled, and it seemed to many that he had a heightened sense of humor. He was wearing a mottoed uniform. What gave the guy away, about Motto’s passion for technology. The rain intensified, and it was raining with such force that it seemed like a flood had begun.
– Yes, southern rains, that is something. Not to compare with our central strip.
– A wonderful place, isn’t it? The air alone is worth something, boxwood is boxwood. Did you regret going?
– No, not at all! How can you regret such a thing? Natalia answered. Marina, did not think about boxwood, and about the place, she was thinking about the upcoming separation after the rain. About parting without even having time to be acquainted. She wanted this rain not to end, and then maybe they could get acquainted.
– The harder it goes, the faster it will end. We talked at the next table. After the rain ended, tourists began to leave the cafe. Marina went to the bar, hoping to see the guy again, but they did not have time to cross, and she saw a man’s figure receding.
– Artem, let us go quickly! Marina heard his friend call him. Artyom!!! His name is Artem. Now I know his name. The people came up to the motorcycles, and put them in order, after a heavy rain.
On the day of departure, Marina, as usual, stood on the loggia and slowly smoked a cigarette. She admired the morning sun, and how the sun’s rays shine on the surface of the sea. «I don’t want to leave,» she said. Aunt, you know, deep down I would like to give up everything and move to live here.
– My God, baby, what kind of thoughts, from where? Are you really going to give up life in the capital and move here?! In addition, your job? How are you without her? You are just depressed, because of the disorder in your personal life. You find a guy, and everything will be fine.
– I thought I could open up to you, trust you, and you are just like my mom.
– Don’t worry; it will be our little secret. I will not tell anyone.
– Thank you Aunt.
– And I am not worried about work, I am not sure that journalism is mine.
– And what would you like to become?
– I do not know myself, maybe a writer, or a history teacher. I know history well, my section in journalism is aimed at ancient mythology, esotericism.
– Good choice. It is worth thinking about. I ordered a taxi. It is better to arrive at the airport in advance.
– Yes, you are right as always. The taxi has arrived. We have to go. The plane took off, and Marina felt for the first time what loneliness was. What is separation, distance? I will definitely be back here, very soon. She thought to herself, and, closing her eyes, sank into a half-asleep state. A surprise was waiting for them at the Moscow airport. Her friend, the girls hugged, met Marina. – How I have missed you. I have so much news. I urgently need to tell you everything. Now I have the material to work with. Now I know how to promote myself.
– And what, you won’t tell me anything else?
– «What else do I need to tell you?»
– I can see that you are head over heels in love, you cannot fool me, and I am your best friend.
– Yes, you cannot hide from you. And Marina told her everything about the guy she met her eyes with. And how could they meet again? I am sure that we will definitely see each other again.
– Of course, you will see me; we will all go together soon.
– Hurry up.
A festive table was waiting for them at home, in honor of their arrival. Everything was perfect, my aunt never blabbed about anything, and my mother never asked about anything, and did not press her advice. Marina breathed a sigh of relief and left her room with her friend. – Tomorrow is a hard day’s work, and everything will start all over again. How tired I am of my job. How I want to quit. I just do not know where.
– Now everything will be different. Do not forget. You brought new impressions.
– Yes, I think so too, I have so many emotions, such a good feeling.
– You see! Come on, see you later. The friend left, and Marina was left alone in the room. She was thinking about the upcoming working day, and mentally preparing material for work, being sure that the boss would approve it. But no matter how she occupied her thoughts, the image of the guy from the «Miracle Beauty» did not give her peace of mind. And she didn’t know what to do about it.
– Hello everyone!!! Today I’m on time like never before!!! Marina said joyfully at the entrance, and confidently walked to her workplace.
– «What’s the matter with her?» Probably, the rest was good. Marina heard the whispering of colleagues. – I am waiting for you, you know where. Juliana said softly and left.
– Why