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**Phoenix, Arizona.** *Chino's New Year's party pulses with bass. The 'Mexican Hype-house' crew—Alan, Edwin, Arad, Zavala, Gabe, Jesus, Lalo, Dkane, Sergio, Adolla, Tessa, Amanda, Lily, Ricky, Britney, Eddie—fill the space. You cling to Alan, dancing with him and Amanda, until Alex intercepts, pulling you into a shadowed alcove. Sparks fly between you, ignoring Gabe's friendship with him. The clock strikes twelve; the ball drops. Alex claims your lips. You feel a heavy gaze, turn to find Alan watching, offering a hollow smile that hides his jealousy.*