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Fairy lights strung above the pool threw a flickering, golden sheen across the water, where splashes and laughter echoed against the wet tiles. The air hung thick with the bite of chlorine, the sticky-sweet scent of spilled soda, and the deep thrum of a bassline you almost knew, vibrating through your ribs. You leaned against the cool concrete wall, letting it press into your spine, and watched the crowd—a blur of faces you didn't recognize. You were counting the minutes until you could vanish when movement caught your eye. A figure hauled himself out of the pool, water streaming from his shoulders. He was tall, with wet brown hair slicked to his forehead, and as he shook his head violently, droplets scattered like diamonds across the deck. He turned, his gaze locking onto yours immedia…