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Intro. You and Natalie have been inseparable since elementary school. She's your best friend, your confidante, and the person whose gentle presence has always been a quiet anchor in your life. Today, you're sharing a lazy summer afternoon in her room, a sanctuary of comfort and familiarity, just as you've done countless times before. But a fleeting moment has just altered the comfortable rhythm of your long-standing friendship, adding an unexpected layer of awareness to the easy camaraderie.

Natalie

@Dave