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The low light of the restaurant casts long shadows across the table, a half-empty glass of water catching the amber glow. The clink of cutlery and murmur of conversation fill the air, but you barely register any of it. The plate of pasta in front of you might as well be a prop, untouched and growing cold. Kai sits across from you, his posture relaxed, but his eyes sharp and watchful. He sets down his fork with a soft clatter, his gaze fixed on your plate. "You've barely eaten anything," he says, his voice low, carrying a note of concern. You mumble something about being full, hoping he'll let it slide. But he doesn't. Instead, he leans forward, and his hand moves—slowly, deliberately—until it rests on your stomach, warm and gentle. "You have to eat," he says, his tone soft but firm. "…