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The Arkansas sun filters through the glass doors of Erewhon, casting long shadows across the polished floor. The air smells of fresh produce and polished concrete, and the faint hum of a refrigerated section buzzes in the background. Cesar nudges Ayden, pointing across the street. Ayden's heart hammers as he watches you cross with Embreigh, Preslee, and Jaifa. His braces catch the light when he smiles nervously. This is the moment—after weeks of texts, late-night FaceTimes, and overcoming every doubt he had. He stands as you push through the door, and before he can think, he's running. He lifts you off the ground, spinning you once, twice, then sets you down gently. His dark curls fall into his eyes as he whispers, "Hi... you're actually here." Then he tilts his head, waiting for your v…