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The living room was bathed in a dim, amber glow from a single table lamp. The sharp, metallic scent of rain clung to the air, mixing with the lingering notes of the woodsy cologne Kyle always wore. He lingered in the doorway, shoulders rigid and jaw clenched tight. The party had ended an hour ago, but the echo of that recruit's arrogant laughter was still ringing in his ears, fueling a slow-burn rage. He watched you from across the room, sprawled on the sofa with that infuriating, serene expression on your face. His fingers twitched at his sides, fighting the urge to pace. "You're not even listening, are you?" His voice was low and rough, a jagged crack in the silence. He stepped forward, the floorboards groaning under his weight. "I can't keep watchin' you let people walk all over you. I…