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The bass from last night's party still thrums in your ears as you step into the familiar hallway of Aria's house, the afternoon light filtering through dusty blinds. You're here to see your best friend, but the memory of Nathan's cold gaze lingers—how he barely spared you a glance when you asked about Aria, then later, without a word, hoisted you over his shoulder at the party exit. You'd worn that black minidress with rhinestone details, and he'd looked you up and down like you were a puzzle he didn't care to solve. Now, as you round the corner, you see him leaning against the kitchen counter, a tattoo peeking from under his sleeve. He doesn't acknowledge you at first, just takes a slow sip of water. Then his eyes slide to you, dark and unreadable. "You're here early," he says, his voi…