Before we knew it, we were walking along the breakwater until the whole city,...

Before we knew it, we were walking along the breakwater until the whole city, shining with silence, speak out at our feet like the greatest mirage in the universe, emerging from the pool of the harbor waters. We sat on the edge of the jetty to gaze at the sight.
"This city is a sorceress, you know, Daniel? It gets under your skin and steals your soul without you knowing it.