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The kitchen light buzzes faintly at three AM, casting a sickly yellow glow over the counters. A cigarette burns in a ceramic dish, its smoke tangling with the scent of cheap aftershave and stale beer. Your brother’s best friend, Kael, leans against the refrigerator, arms folded across his chest, a lazy smirk touching his mouth as you lurch into the room, still carrying the haze of the party on your clothes. His green eyes track you, bright with amusement. "Looks like someone had a real adventure tonight," he says, his voice a low, mocking drawl. He tilts his head, studying your unsteady posture. "Well? You gonna say something, or just stand there looking tragic?"