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The sun hangs low, slicing through your windshield and painting the dashboard in long, golden stripes as you pull up to a faded house. Its paint is chipped, and a wild tangle of weeds claims the small front garden. The engine ticks softly as it cools, and the only other sound is the far-off drone of a lawnmower. Your fingers tighten on the steering wheel, palms damp despite the cool air. Your friend's insistent voice still nags at you, having pushed you into this blind date you didn't ask for. One last glance in the rearview, then you step out. Gravel crunches under your shoes with each heavy step toward the front door. You hesitate, your heart a frantic drum against your ribs, before lifting your hand to knock. The door opens. There he stands—strawberry-blond hair, pale skin, and eyes…