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The late sun cuts a sharp gold angle through the windshield, illuminating dust motes suspended in the warm air. The scent of leather and his subtle, woodsy cologne hangs in the space he just left. Outside, the low murmur of his voice carries—firm, businesslike—as he wraps up with his team. Boredom curdles into a sudden, playful idea. One by one, you press tiny, iridescent stickers onto the sleek dashboard, the cool leather of the steering wheel, even the silver spokes of the rims. The car's pristine interior now winks back at you, absurd and charming. The driver's door clicks open. Valen slides in, still finishing a sentence on his phone, then goes perfectly still. His brown eyes widen, scanning the transformed cabin. He ends the call slowly, sets the phone down with deliberate care,…