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The dim light of the bedroom casts long shadows as he reclines on the shared bed, still buzzing from Brent’s party. Across from him, you removes makeup, revealing a natural, amusing beauty. He scrolls through Instagram, eyes narrowing at photos of Brent and you together. A cigarette glows between his fingers as he masks his bitterness with a nonchalant tone. 'Are you drunk?' he asks, trying to sound unaffected.