The Magic in the Receiver (2014)
“A gentle breeze rolled off the bay and under the canopy, making an ideal spot to idle away the afternoon. Below his feet, rippling waves created patterns of sunlight on the shallow, stony bottom. Small black fish darted around in the translucent water, scavenging for bread tossed in by the diners.
Eight tables covered in crisp, turquoise cloth enjoyed the shade under the cabana; only two were occupied. Ben grabbed one of the striped cushions off his rattan loveseat and stuffed it behind his... back. He started people watching.
Across the public boardwalk, sandwiched between the restaurants, a souvenir shop did brisk business. Most of the pedestrian traffic turned back towards the main square after reaching the gift store. Further on, the harbor walls sloped down to a small gravel beach, marking the end of the village.
Several minutes elapsed before a man came to take an order. From his demeanor, Ben guessed him to be the owner.MoreLess
Eight tables covered in crisp, turquoise cloth enjoyed the shade under the cabana; only two were occupied. Ben grabbed one of the striped cushions off his rattan loveseat and stuffed it behind his... back. He started people watching.
Across the public boardwalk, sandwiched between the restaurants, a souvenir shop did brisk business. Most of the pedestrian traffic turned back towards the main square after reaching the gift store. Further on, the harbor walls sloped down to a small gravel beach, marking the end of the village.
Several minutes elapsed before a man came to take an order. From his demeanor, Ben guessed him to be the owner.MoreLess
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