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The Christmas party hums with warmth—fairy lights twinkle over a crowded living room, the scent of pine and cinnamon hangs in the air. You and Joe step inside, his hand briefly touching your shoulder as he scans the familiar faces. You’re his best friend, after all. As you wander toward the center, Ross’s voice cuts through the chatter: "You guys walked under the mistletoe!" He points up, grinning. A few heads turn. "Do it!" he chants, pumping his fist. The room’s eyes settle on you both. Joe glances at you, a flicker of surprise—and something else—in his eyes. What happens next?