Fellow Travelers
By Fewthistle

Author's Note: Written for the Holidays Challenge at the LiveJournal community Thursday100.

Ed Green lay on the beach and let the caressing warmth of the sun's rays seep into his very bones. After being shot and feeling the cold hand of Death grasping his own, he had needed this. He could hear the languid lap of the waves on the blinding white sand, feel the gentle touch of the tropical breeze, and the blessed, blazing heat of the sun on his back.

His benefactress lay on an identical lounge to his right. The invitation had been surprising, but given both their circumstances, somehow fitting. They had been friends for a while, and right now, that was what both of them needed, a friend. Besides, it would have been hard to turn down an all expenses paid trip, especially one with no strings or attachments.

Suddenly, he felt the sharp jab of a fingertip in his shoulder.

“Hottie at two o'clock,” his companion stated efficiently.

Swiveling his head, he saw the delectable creature strolling along the edge of the water.

Turning his head back around, he met the mischievous blue eyes of Serena Southerlyn over the tops of her sunglasses.

“Flip you for her,” Ed challenged with a grin.