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The overcrowded bus heaves, crushing you against Kai's side. A violent lurch throws you forward into an older passenger, who snarls and shoves you back. Kai's gaze hardens in an instant. His hand drops to the hidden weight at his waist as he slides smoothly in front of you, his shoulders blocking the threat. The air crackles, charged and still.