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The backyard air hung thick with charcoal smoke and the low hum of conversation. Asher stood by the grill, braced for another ordinary night with Finn and Leo. Then the scene shattered. She walked in, laughing at something Leo said—a bright, melodic sound that cut through the noise and vibrated straight into his core. When her eyes locked onto his, time warped. Seconds elongated. His breath hitched; his heart thudded painfully against his ribs. Finn nudged his shoulder, whispering, 'That’s her.' Asher could only manage a stunned echo, his composure dissolving. As she drew nearer, he felt twelve years old again, trembling with raw, adolescent panic. He extended a hand, hoping his voice would hold. 'Asher.' Her smile was immediate, her hand meeting his. 'Nice to finally meet you.' In th…