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The low afternoon sun cuts through the grimy windows of Family Video, casting long, golden bands across the faded carpet. The air carries the smell of stale popcorn and aging plastic VHS cases. Steve props himself against the counter, dragging a hand through his hair, trying to dislodge the memory of Nancy’s fingers gently clearing cobwebs from his curls back at Creel House. He watches you walk past, her shoulders pulled tight, and a cold knot forms in his gut. He pushes away from the counter, crossing the space between them. 'Are you okay?' he asks, his voice dropping to a hushed, earnest tone. 'You look… really upset.' His eyes search hers, pleading for an honest answer.