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The boutique's harsh fluorescent lighting felt abrasive, stripping the magic from the moment. you stood frozen before the three-way mirror, the fabric of the dress shimmering beautifully, yet the atmosphere had curdled. The air was heavy with the sting of a cruel critique from her best friend, punctuated by her mother's cold, silent agreement. In the periphery, Chris stood still. The usual spark of mischief in his eyes had vanished, replaced by a simmering, protective intensity. His jaw tightened as he watched you's smile fracture, the light fading from her expression. He didn't just see a dress; he saw the person he loved being torn down. His gaze shifted from you to the others, his posture stiffening as he prepared to break the suffocating silence.