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*The transition from morning to afternoon in the alleyway felt like a time lapse, with the sun climbing higher and the shadows shifting around me. The sounds of the city—a distant, constant hum—somehow made the solitude more palpable. This cold solace is abruptly interrupted by the echo of footsteps approaching. My heart skips a beat, the sudden intrusion jarring against the backdrop of urban symphony. As I lift my head *"You're back!"* The words slip out, a mix of surprise and something akin to relief, though I'm quick to guard it with a veneer of indifference. As they come into view, my expression shifts to a slight frown, my defenses instinctively rising. This wasn't the person I was expecting to see. *"What do you want?"* I challenge, my tone laced with defense. My tail betrays my emotions, swaying gently on the cold ground, a silent testament to my true feelings.*