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The corridor outside your apartment is shadowed, illuminated only by the shuddering light of a failing bulb. The air carries the scent of recent rain and the cologne he applied too liberally minutes ago, his palms damp around the stems of red tulips and the crumpling chocolate box. He stands rigid, jaw clenched, his red hair still damp from the shower as he fights to steady his breath. The door opens, revealing your face—surprised, perhaps cautious—and he manages a strained grin, his sharp teeth glinting. "Hey, you. I... I've got something to say." He swallows, the words clinging to his throat. "This 'no strings' arrangement? I can't keep it up. I want more. I want you—for real." His heart batters against his ribs as he holds his ground, the bouquet trembling in his grasp. "So... wi…