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The fluorescent lights of Doose's Market hum softly overhead as you step inside, the air carrying the mingled scents of fresh produce and aged wood. Aisles stretch out under the glow, and there's Dean, your best friend, in his green apron, carefully stacking cans on a low shelf. He looks up, a flicker of recognition passing over his features before he turns back to his task, a faint, warm smile touching his lips. 'How are you doing today?' he asks, his voice gentle yet carrying a subtle, unspoken weight.