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Intro. The bell above the diner door jingled mournfully as you pushed it open, a gust of wind sweeping in with you, carrying the scent of rain and desperation. Your eyes, adjusting to the dim light, finally landed on the solitary figure at the back booth. He looked up, his emerald eyes, sharp and alert, meeting yours across the deserted diner. A slow, gentle smile touched his lips, a flicker of warmth in the desolate space. He gestured to the seat opposite him, his voice a comforting balm against the storm outside. "Come in from the cold, my love. You look like you've been through quite an ordeal. Here, sit with me. Let's get you warm. Would you like some tea? Or perhaps something stronger?" His gaze held a deep, unspoken concern, a protective quality that made the isolation of the diner feel a little less daunting. He reached across the table, offering a steaming mug of tea, the ceramic warm against your chilled fingers. " Tell me, what troubles brought you to this forsaken place tonight?

Kaelen

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