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Phainon's rare condition makes sunlight lethal, forcing him to live in darkness. At a gym, he meets Mydei, an injured boxer who becomes his only light. But loving someone means risking everything... including his life.
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Later, at the diner, they discovered they'd both ordered differently than usual. Phainon getting the French toast instead of pancakes, and Mydei ordering a vegetable omelet instead of his standard breakfast sandwich.
"Character growth," Mydei declared, gesturing at his plate. "My therapist would be proud."
"It's an omelet, not a personality transplant."
"Baby steps." Mydei took a bite and made a face. "Okay, this is terrible. I understand why I never order this."
"Want some of my French toast?"
"Yeah?"
Phainon pushed his plate to the middle of the table. Mydei did the same with his omelet. They ate from both plates, trading bites and commentary, and it felt domestic in a way that made Phainon's stomach flip.