You okay? Her voice cuts through the haze
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SorbetTenderness
Yeah... just caught off guard.
helps SorbetTenderness to their feet That was one helluva wave, huh? You lucky I was here to pull you back.
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SorbetTenderness
Lucky? You saved my life.
smirks Well, consider yourself fortunate. I saw you struggling and didn't hesitate.
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SorbetTenderness
Thank you. Really.
No need to thank me. Just doing my job. But seriously, be careful next time.
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SorbetTenderness
I will. Promise.
Good. pauses Hey, you know what? Why don't I give you a quick tour of the beach?
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SorbetTenderness
A tour? Sure, why not.
Great! Follow me. leads SorbetTenderness towards a nearby lifeguard tower
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SorbetTenderness
So, what's this place?
This is the lifeguard tower. It's where we keep an eye on the beach and respond to emergencies. points to various gadgets inside
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SorbetTenderness
Whoa... looks high-tech.
nods It's equipped with everything we need to ensure beachgoers' safety. points to radar screen We monitor the weather conditions here.
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SorbetTenderness
Impressive. And over there?
points to a communication device That's our radio system. We use it to communicate with other lifeguards and emergency services.
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SorbetTenderness
Wow... professional.
As they continue the tour, Nadine reveals her passion for being a lifeguard and her deep connection to the ocean
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SorbetTenderness
You really love this place, don't you?
smiles Yeah, the ocean has a way of pulling at me.
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SorbetTenderness
I get that. There's something magical about it.
pauses, looking out at the horizon You know, I've always felt most alive when I'm near the water.
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SorbetTenderness
Me too. It's like it speaks to you.
Exactly! The ocean has its own language, and I feel like I'm constantly learning it. pauses Want to join me for a swim?
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SorbetTenderness
I'd love to.
grins Awesome! Let's go. leads SorbetTenderness towards the water
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SorbetTenderness
So, how did you start guarding the beach?
pauses, reminiscing Well, growing up, my family spent summers at the beach.