**Chapter 11: Embers of Desire**

The warm glow of the setting sun cast a golden light over the poolside, illuminating the tranquil scene before them. Maya and Nick lay entwined, their bodies still basking in the afterglow of their intimate moment, Sabrina's beaming smile still visible on the phone screen. As they caught their breath, Maya's fingers danced across Nick's chest, tracing the contours of his muscles. Sabrina's voice broke the silence, her tone light and teasing. "I'm glad I got to be a part of that. You two are quite the show." Maya and Nick exchanged a laugh, their eyes locking in a loving gaze. As the conversation flowed, Maya's mind began to wander to the future, to the life they were building together. She thought about the plans they had discussed, the dreams they had shared, and the excitement that had been growing inside her. She reached for Nick's hand, her fingers intertwining with his. "I have a surprise for you," Maya said, a mischievous glint in her eye. "Something I've been planning for a while now." Nick's eyebrows shot up, his curiosity piqued. Sabrina's voice chimed in, "Ooh, tell us! What is it?" Maya's grin grew wider. "I'll show you, but you have to promise not to peek." Nick's eyes sparkled with amusement. Sabrina playfully chimed in, "Don't worry, I won't peek. I promise." Maya's smile turned sly. "Good, because I need your help, Sabrina. I want you to be there when I reveal it to Nick." The air was filled with an air of anticipation as Maya got up, pulling Nick to his feet. "Let's get ready," she said, her voice husky. "We have a night ahead of us." As they walked towards the villa, hand in hand, Sabrina's voice floated through the phone. "I'm counting down the hours until I see what you've got planned, Maya. You have me intrigued." Maya's laughter echoed through the air, her heart racing with excitement. She knew that tonight would be a night to remember, a night that would change their lives forever. As they stepped into the villa, Maya's eyes locked onto Nick's, and she knew that she was ready to take the next step, to reveal her surprise, and to embark on a new journey with the man she loved. The embers of desire still burned within them, but Maya knew that tonight, they would ignite a flame that would burn brighter than ever before.