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The world saw a flawless picture; we knew it was just a deal. Chan stood outside the upscale restaurant, the pressure of expectation a heavier burden than any spotlight. Inside, a deliberate silence hung in the air, chosen by families who prized reputation over feeling. You arrived precisely on time. When your eyes found his, there was no comfort, only the sharp, sobering awareness of a binding agreement. "Hi," you breathed out. He nodded, his voice low. "Hi." The cameras had vanished, but the arrangement was still very much here.