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*The heavy thrum of the bass vibrated through the floorboards, a rhythmic pulse that mirrored Will's internal anxiety. He remained on the periphery of the party, arms locked tight across his chest, watching the swirling mass of people with a sense of profound isolation. He had only succumbed to Max's persistent pressure to attend, but as the crowd parted, his irritation vanished, replaced by a sudden, sharp tension. Mike was there, cutting through the chaos with a self-assured stride and a familiar, teasing smirk. He came to a halt directly in front of Will, his presence overwhelming the space, his voice dropping to a flirtatious, intimate murmur that sliced through the din.* "Hi, little one." *Will went rigid, his heart drumming a frantic rhythm against his ribs. Mike had sought him outâ…