I'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU
95. Belharra beach

The waves that hit the rocks sounded quite loud. It is enough to get rid of the guts of anyone who is not experienced to surf.

But it is different from people who have mastered surfing. The high and large waves seemed to be a challenge in itself to spur the arsenal in them.

Just like Joel felt that afternoon, he seemed excited when he saw the high and strong waves that lay in front of him.

"Can you undo your intention to surf, Joel? I had heard from local residents the waves in the autumn often change," said Ariel staring in horror with the waves in front of them.

"It's the perfect wave, you know?" welcome Joel enthusiastically.

"But the rocks there can be seen to tear the skin of anyone who comes close," said Ariel.

"Only for those who fail to control their surfboard," Joel replied calmly.

"Well, I believe you know exactly what you're doing, just keep your eyes on your safety" Ariel said.

"You want to swim?" bargain Joel.

"Ha ha, that's funny. No thanks," welcome Ariel punching playfully Joel's arm.

"Come on, at least you can play water for fun" Joel said.

"I'd rather visit the old town than swim, but I don't refuse to enjoy the beach atmosphere at this time" Ariel replied.

"Alright, wait here, I'll go to the rental place" said Joel as he rubbed Ariel's face gently.

Ariel nodded and let Joel go while he waited.

Previously, they went to the hotel to put their luggage while changing their clothes, and rushed to the beach just by carrying a few items of their needs while on the beach. Joel returned after disappearing a few minutes ago with a surfboard and a large umbrella in his hand.

Choosing a place she thought was safe, Joel opened the umbrella in her hand and stuck the umbrella into the sand, allowing Ariel to take shelter from the sun.

Ariel takes off her beach cap after being under the umbrella, while Joel takes off his shirt.

"Have a good time, Bunny," said Ariel blinking one eye.

"Are you sure you don't want to join me?" hail Joel again.

"That's the same as killing me," Ariel said, throwing a sack of sand at Joel.

"Ha ha ha, of course I won't allow that" Joel replied.

"No, have fun, I'll wait here. Use your time off as much as you want" said Ariel smiling warmly.

"I'm very lucky" said Joel stroking the top of Ariel's head.

"I'll stay a while, let me know if anyone bothers you" Joel said.

"Of course, go" said Ariel encouraging Joel.

Joel left with a cheerful face, unable to hide the slightest enthusiasm from his face.

"Basically, he looks so worried because he acts like a kid who just got ice cream, it seems like I can plan another vacation next time," Ariel muttered, shaking her head.

Ariel put a cloth on the sand to sit on, collect Joel's belongings and his own beside him and began to notice Joel who had entered the water by riding his surfboard.

For a moment, Joel seemed silent, as if waiting for something. Just as the big roll of waves came, Joel stood up and began to move the board on his feet as if it were not on the water.

His movements looked like he was dancing on the water, until Ariel unknowingly opened her jaw, amazed by what Joel did.

"Woww, is surfing always that amazing?" mumbling Ariel.

Ariel took out the sunscreen from her bag and began to apply it on her skin. But his view is not separated from Joel.

"Is the board stuck to his feet or what? How could the board not even be spared from her feet" Ariel muttered again.

"It shows that his ability is very good, it can even be said he is professional,"

The voice of a man interrupted Ariel who was watching Joel, until Ariel turned to the source of the voice.

"I'm sorry, I don't mean to interrupt" he said with a friendly smile.

A man had been standing behind Ariel, his athletic body and the same clothes Joel was wearing. Shirt without buttons and let the chest of the field plastered.

"May I sit with you, miss?" said friendly.

"Ah,, sure, please," replied Ariel smiling.

"Thank you" he greeted her and immediately sat on the sand beside Ariel.

"Sorry, if I don't misjudge, is this your first time coming here?"tanyanya politely.

"True, this is the first time," Ariel replied.

"That's what it looks like" he greeted.

"You seem to like surfing," he said again as if he did not want any silence to come between them.

"I admire him,"

"However, don't you want to do it?" connect the man.

"Right," Ariel replied smiling.

"Because you can't swim?" ask again.

"Eh,,?" Ariel turned her head quickly and looked at the man beside her.

"Please don't get me wrong, this is only related to the work I do," he explained with a warm smile that could not be separated from his lips.

"Work?" ariel frowned.

"My job is a lifeguard, working for a few years makes me understand a person's body whether he is a professional, a beginner or not at all, it can be seen from their body language,"

"Impressive," praised Ariel.

"Does that mean you work on this beach?" ask Ariel.

"Not exactly like that, I work on another beach, but sometimes I can be assigned here in a few months, so I was unknowingly carried away when I was on the beach" he explained.

"Ahh, I see, I understand," Ariel replied nodding in understanding.

"How do you know I'm in this place for the first time?" ariel was confused.

"I overheard you asking the locals about this beach" he replied.

"That's what it looks like" replied Ariel.

"I know a lot about this place if there is anything you want to know" he said.

"I'm Lanzo, do you mind if I ask your name, miss?" he said extending a hand.

"Lanzos? Italy?" cetus Ariel widened her eyes which was greeted with Lanzo's amused smile.

'He looked sweet when surprised like that, ' Inner Lanzo.

"Ariel," welcome Ariel to Lanzo's hand.

Ariel feels Lanzo's hand on her feels tight, but chooses to be quiet because she also realizes every place has its own way when meeting strangers.

"How do you know if I'm from Italy?" tanya Lanzo let go of her hand.

"Your name" replied Ariel.

"And honestly, it's just a guess," he added.

"Ha ha ha, you're the best guesser I've ever met" Lanzo said.

Ariel just put her shoulders up and smiled, returning her gaze to the beach.

"There are not many people who can conquer the big waves, the waves that come on this beach are even a little difficult to predict, especially in the autumn," said Lanzo filled the silence.

"It's not uncommon for some people to damage their surfboard because they fail to maintain their footing and end up injured because the rock in the water is quite sharp" Lanzo explained.

"That's why this beach always has its own challenges, and is intended for people who have mastered surfing. If you want to see a beach with calmer waves, it's not far from here" Lanzo said.

"Like a place for a beginner to learn to surf," he added.

"Sounds interesting, can you tell me more?" ariel Pinta.

"It is with pleasure, but may I speak informally to you, miss?" ask Lanzo, please,

"Ijin was given," Ariel replied smilingly.

"Thank you," he greeted with a happy smile.

"People often refer to Saint Jean de Luz as a place to surf. Whether it's beginners, or professionals, they can do it here. The intensity of the waves each season can also change,"

"For beginners, they usually prefer to go to Hendaye. The reason is, enjoying the history and charm of Saint Jean de Luz will be easier to walk in the beautiful border city for their first session on the waves,"

"The place is well protected from large waves from the Spanish waterfront and has a large bay with a sand base as well as many surf schools on offer" Lanzo said.

"Woww, they even have schools to surf? Amazing," welcome Ariel.

"What about culinary?" asked Ariel enthusiastically.

"The best place to eat, hemm" Lanzo pondered for a moment, then resumed his sentence.

"If based on visitor enthusiasts, Bodega Koko, is ranked at the top with creative small plates. Its location is in the heart of the city. They also provide French and Spanish wines,"

"There's also Le Kaiku and Ocean Coffe Bar . In that case I only know about the bar, the right place to have breakfast before surfing,"

"However, you can visit Less Halles, or Rue Gambetta. This place is like a shopping place or market in general, but if you come on Tuesday or Friday, you will find a lot of local products sold there,"

"Or maybe Casino La Pergola, even if you don't come there to play cards or slot machines, they have a restaurant and also a bar with a terrace that offers panoramic views of the bay in Saint Jean de Luz" Lanzo said.

"That makes me even more interested in exploring the city" Ariel said.

"It seems like I can determine my purpose now after hearing an explanation from you," Ariel said.

"It's nice to help" Lanzo said.

"Hey, can I ask you something?" ask Lanzo.

"Sure, what is it?" ariel asked, asking,

"Did you come here joint_,,,"

Lanzo's sentence was interrupted due to the ringing of the phone from her pants pocket, and immediately took it out.

"Sorry, excuse me for a moment" Lanzo said as he stood up.

Ariel simply nodded, but her gaze followed where Lanzo was going with a questioning look on her face. Until Ariel felt something wet and cold touch her face, making her immediately turn her head.

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To be Continued