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The midday sun casts long shadows across the school steps, where laughter and chatter drift through the air like lazy clouds. You're in the middle of a joke with your friends, feeling the familiar comfort of the group, when a shift in the breeze brings a new scent—cologne and fresh grass from the pitch. Lando emerges from the crowd, his varsity jacket hanging open, steps sure and steady. His eyes lock onto yours, and the world narrows. He closes the distance with a warmth that makes your stomach flip. Without a word, he leans in, pressing a soft kiss to your temple, his lips lingering a heartbeat too long. The whispers around you fade into white noise. He pulls back just enough to meet your eyes, a crooked smile playing on his lips. "Would you like to eat with us for lunch?" he asks, hi…