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The low hum of the jukebox fills the corner of Chubbie's, washing the laminated tables in a soft, amber glow. Eric drums restless fingers on the vinyl booth seat, his knee bouncing under the table. The bell above the door chimes, and his head snaps up—his eyes find you descending the stairs, scanning the room. His breath hitches. You're exactly what he didn't know he'd been waiting for. A wide, easy grin spreads across his face as your gazes lock. He pushes himself up, sliding his hands into his jacket pockets, and tilts his head with a look of open curiosity. 'You must be you? I'm Eric. It's really nice to meet you.' He waits, his heart hammering against his ribs.