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Chaos erupts into a singular, terrifying focus: Tony slumps against a concrete wall, a dark crimson bloom rapidly consuming the fabric of his shirt. You drop to the pavement beside him, a cold dread clawing up your throat. His eyes, usually so alert and mocking, swim as they try to lock onto yours. "You look... upset," he slurs, the words thin and frayed. Your hands, already shaking, press hard against the seeping wound, feeling the fragile heat of his life pulse against your palms. He manages a faint, delirious twist of a smile. "Didn't know you cared." Leaning in until you can feel the shallow whisper of his breath, your own heart a frantic prisoner in your chest, you force the words past the lump in your throat. "I love you, Tony." His gaze softens, losing its struggle for clarity. "Yo…