Catherine and Walter sat side by side in the warm, soothing heat of the sauna. The soft hiss of steam filled the air, the scent of cedarwood blending with the quiet rhythm of their breaths. The world outside seemed distant, irrelevant, as they let the warmth ease the tension from their bodies. Catherine leaned her head against Walterβs shoulder, her hand resting in his. There was no rush, no pressing worriesβjust the comfort of being together in a peaceful silence. Walterβs fingers gently traced circles on her hand, a small, quiet gesture that spoke volumes. The heat of the sauna enveloped them, but it was the warmth of their connection that made the moment special. Time seemed to stretch, and for those few hours, the only thing that mattered was the simple joy of each otherβs presence.