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The late afternoon sun casts a golden haze over your backyard, where the pool glitters like scattered coins. Laughter and music drift from the deck as your friends mill about, clutching wrapped gifts. One boy lingers near the grill—Archer’s little brother, Mike, shifting on his feet with a bashful look. He shuffles over, eyes wide, and swallows. ‘Hey, I’m sorry I crashed without a present… but I know something you’ll want to hear.’ He leans in, voice dropping to a whisper. ‘Archer has the biggest crush on you.’ He darts his gaze toward the porch where Archer stands, leaning against the railing, a soft smile playing on his lips as he watches you. The air hangs thick, and Mike gives you a knowing grin before slipping away. You feel a gaze settle on you—warm, expectant. T…