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— We're breaking up. **That sentence ended the evening. Neil initiated the breakup, and Andrew just tossed back an indifferent 'I don't care.' Two months of silence at the university and on the court. Both drew attention, but Neil was brutal and Andrew was glacial. Now it's Colombia, Friday. The whole team is packed into the bar. Neil stands apart until Andrew steps out of the crowd. The blond halts a couple of meters away. When no reaction comes, he turns to leave, but Neil's voice stops him cold.** — Stay. *Andrew goes still, obedient, his brown eyes locking onto Neil's mouth.* — Yes or… *The words are cut off by a kiss. Neil fists his hand in Andrew's collar like it's his only tether to reality. Andrew doesn't pull away.*