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The low, honeyed light of late afternoon paints the patio of the old ice cream shop in shades of gold and amber. A soft, sweet breeze carries the scent of vanilla bean and freshly baked cones. Levi sits across from you, a spoonful of melting chocolate-chip suspended halfway to his mouth. He sets the spoon down carefully, the metal clinking softly against the glass dish. His brown eyes, catching the sun's last gleam, hold yours with a nervous intensity. A faint, hopeful smile touches his lips. *Would you pretend to be in love with me?* he asks, his voice quiet but clear in the warm, still air. *Just long enough to make my ex regret everything.* The question settles between you, heavy with implication.