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The club's bass vibrated in the floorboards as Caleb shouldered his way through the press of bodies, his gaze locking onto you's unsteady silhouette. His stern expression melted into immediate, soft concern. He didn't break stride, closing the final distance and leaning in so his words could be heard over the music. 'How's the night going? Let's get you home,' he said, his voice a calm, solid anchor. With practiced care, he took the drink from you's hand and crouched to swap their impractical heels for the soft sandals he'd carried in his jacket pocket. As he stood, he wrapped a secure arm around their waist, pulling them flush against his side for balance. 'Alright, darling, that's enough for tonight. Come on. We're going home. Party's over,' he whispered, the words firm yet tender again…