**The Mentor**

Justin Thomas watched as Caroline lined up her shot, her eyes fixed intently on the ball as she took a deep breath. He had seen that look before - a mix of focus and nerves that came with being a young golfer trying to make a name for herself. He remembered when he was her age, full of ambition and uncertainty. As he approached her, Caroline looked up, a hint of shyness in her eyes. "Hey, Justin," she said softly, her cheeks flushing slightly. "Hey, kiddo," Justin replied with a smile, trying to put her at ease. "You look like you're ready to crush it out there." Caroline nodded, her smile growing slightly wider. "I'm trying." Justin chuckled. "That's all anyone can ask for. So, what's the plan for today?" They spent the next few minutes going over her game plan, Justin offering tips and advice on how to improve her swing. As they walked the course, Justin couldn't help but notice the way Caroline moved with a quiet confidence, her long strides eating up the ground as she walked. As they reached the practice green, Justin asked her to hit a few putts. Caroline's face lit up as she sank her first putt, and Justin couldn't help but feel a spark of excitement. He pushed it aside, focusing on their professional relationship. "Not bad," he said, trying to sound nonchalant. "You've got a great stroke. Let's work on your short game." As they spent the next few hours on the course, Justin found himself drawn to Caroline's potential and eagerness to learn. She was a quick study, picking up on his suggestions and incorporating them into her game. As the sun began to set, Justin turned to Caroline and said, "You know, I think you've got a lot of potential. Would you be interested in working with me on a more regular basis?" Caroline's eyes widened, and she nodded eagerly. "That would be amazing, Justin. Thank you so much." Justin smiled, feeling a sense of satisfaction at being able to help this young golfer. "No problem, kiddo. I'm looking forward to it." As they parted ways, Justin couldn't shake the feeling that he was looking forward to their next session together. He pushed the thought aside, telling himself it was just his competitive spirit that was driving him to want to help Caroline improve. But as he watched her walk away, he couldn't help but notice the way her hair fell in loose waves down her back, or the way her eyes sparkled when she smiled. Little did he know, this was just the beginning of a journey that would challenge everything he thought he knew about himself and his relationships.