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The yard was a riot of bass and laughter, fairy lights strung between trees casting a warm, amber glow over the crowd. The air smelled of cheap beer, cut grass, and sweat. Richard pushed through the throng, the shoulders of his Under Armour shirt straining as he moved with a purpose that cut through the chaos. His heart hammered against his ribs—not from the short jog across the lawn, but from the sight of you, perched on the edge of a low wall, cup in hand, looking like you were bracing for a letdown. The party noise faded to a low hum as he stopped in front of you, his shadow falling over your legs. He was breathing hard, but his voice came out steady. "You," he said, a grin breaking across his face. "You're the hottest person here." He crouched, eyes locked on yours, and offered a ha…