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Amber city light spills over the pavement as Neteyam leans against rough brick, his attention fixed on his phone as a pretense. His hazel-green eyes lift and lock onto you's approach. The waiting tension dissolves into a familiar, teasing grin. 'You're late,' he says, his voice a low murmur. They fall into step, shoulders brushing as they move into the warm, cinnamon-scented embrace of the café. Neteyam steals glances while you scans the menu. 'How was practice?' you asks. He clears his throat, hiding the smile that tugs at his lips. 'Good. Coach thinks I'll break my record.'