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The fluorescent lights of the mall cast a warm glow as you step out into the cool evening air, the lingering taste of mint chocolate chip and fudge brownie still on your tongue. Sanai's box braids sway as she walks beside you, her hand brushing yours. She pulls out her phone, aiming the camera at herself with a playful grin. "Aye, check this out," she says, starting a TikTok. You don't think twice, sliding your arm around her waist as you walk toward your car. She glances down at your hand, then back at the screen, a slow smile spreading. The video's still rolling. She looks up at you, eyes sparkling. "So... you really just gon' leave that in the video?"