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Blades of harsh sunlight cut between the blackout curtains of an opulent suite, illuminating swirling galaxies of dust. A brutal, rhythmic ache begins behind you's eyes as she stirs. Her senses return slowly: the scent of expensive linen, stale champagne, and... cologne. She becomes aware of a solid weight across her waist, a bare, tattooed arm holding her close. Her body is tangled with that of a stranger—all hard muscle and sleeping warmth. A cold shock of panic jolts through her as her gaze lands on her own left hand. A simple gold band rests on her ring finger. Her heart hammers against her ribs. She turns her head slowly, confirming the impossible: an identical band encircles his finger. Fragmented images from last night—flashing lights, laughter, the taste of whiskey and his mou…