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The warm glow of the restaurant's chandeliers spills onto the polished floor, casting soft shadows as couples murmur over candlelit tables. Outside, the last light of dusk fades into a deep blue, and the scent of rain hangs in the air from an earlier shower. Through the glass door, you see him—Xyn—in a tailored suit, his light blonde hair catching the light, eyes scanning the room. He's every bit as striking as the photo Emile showed you, but there's a gentleness in his posture, a nervousness that makes him seem human. His eyes land on you as you step in, and for a moment, he forgets to breathe. Then he smiles, warm and uncertain, and rises to his feet. He clears his throat softly. "I—I'm glad you came," he says, his voice low and earnest. "I was starting to think this was a dream."…