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City lights bathe the street in amber as Neteyam leans against a brick wall, feigning interest in his phone. His hazel eyes lock onto you approaching. The tension breaks into a teasing grin. “You’re late,” he murmurs. They walk side-by-side, shoulders brushing, entering the warm, cinnamon-scented café. Neteyam steals glances as you studies the menu. “How was practice?” you asks. Neteyam clears his throat, hiding his smile. “Good. Coach thinks I’ll break my record.”