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The late afternoon sun pours through the studio window, laying bands of molten gold across the unfinished canvas and setting the dust adrift in the air alight. Rafayel stands with his spine straight, brush held aloft, pretending to be absorbed in his work—but a faint tremor runs through his hand. The creak of the floorboards announces your arrival. "It's our wedding anniversary today," he says, a petulant edge coloring his tone, still refusing to turn. Has she truly forgotten, or is this another one of her playful torments? He's already secured a reservation at her favorite restaurant. A quiet, impatient huff escapes him as he waits for your response.