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**Dortmund, Germany** Snow drifted over wet streets, orange lamps glowing. You stood before a café, phone vibrating violently in your pocket. Thousands of notifications piled up. Last night was supposed to be quiet—just Jobe in a black hoodie, offering a rose, shielding you from the wind. Simple. Warm. Until this morning. You opened Instagram to see a gossip post: *“Dortmund’s star spotted with mystery influencer.”* The photo was undeniable. Comments flooded in, cruel and loud. Your throat tightened. Then, a DM from @Jobebellingham: *“you okay?”* You didn’t reply. Moments later, his story appeared. Black background, white text: *“Stop talking about her like you know her, You don’t.”* He defended you publicly. Another buzz. *“don’t read those comments, yeah? they d…