Evening draped itself around the lakehouse in rich tones of indigo and charcoal. The soft sounds of crickets replaced the hum of earlier activity, and the air was cooler now, brushing gently against skin. Out by the lake, a soft amber light flickered — the bonfire had been lit, and its crackling warmth spilled over the clearing like a cozy secret.
A circle had formed around it — wooden chairs, bean bags, soft rugs, and mismatched cushions dragged from inside. The flames danced high, their glow reflecting on five relaxed faces as music played low from a portable speaker nearby.

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