Just see where the ocean took them.
It sounded perfect. Their family belonged on the water, near the water. Exploring the ocean way, way far in the distance was a beautiful idea. Letting everything else fall away, get smaller and smaller until they couldn't see it anymore. Until all there was, was gentle ocean waves, and sunshine. Maybe an occasional screech of a distant sea bird. But the sound of the water was the best.
Their laughter joined that natural symphony, easing the tension from his shoulders he hadn't realized was even there. I'll get you, you sneak! His smile widened, and he ran harder, feeling a shot of adrenaline at their chase. He threw his legs forward, trying hard to outrun her though he knew it was only a matter of time. His stride was longer, but she was so much lighter and swifter. He could only win in the skies.
He glanced over his shoulder, hearing her gaining on him, just in time to see her dive for him. He barked a surprised laugh and tried to leap away, but she crashed into his side anyway, sending them sprawling across the surface of the water. Caught you! she exclaimed, grinning down at him with more light in those eyes and bumping her nose against his chin.
Haha, yeah, he said back softly, reaching up to brush his nose with hers. Even as they talked, the only sound around them was this natural escape, the whisper of water lapping against their skin where it touched. His heart still raced and thundered, pumping wildly through him and he kissed the top of her velvety nose. She was so beautiful, and he was so aware of every single place they were touching.
Still smiling, still staring in her eyes, he leaned back further and lay his head back. His wings slowly unfolded and spread wide, laying the backs lightly against the water like giant, floating autumn leaves. He tilted his head just a little, already fighting the urge to nip at her cheek. Or just reach and touch her. He closed his eyes instead and took a deep breath of that sweet ocean breeze, then exhaled in a long, contented sigh.
This is so nice. This is perfect.