Lando had a girlfriend, and despite that, you couldn’t shake the overwhelming attraction you felt toward him. It was an unsettling feeling, especially considering the guilt that followed it. You had no business thinking about him that way, but it didn’t stop the pull he had on you. As you walked past the house, you caught sight of Lando standing in the corner of the yard, engaged in a heated argument with Magui, his girlfriend. The tension was palpable, and you instinctively turned your gaze away.

You made your way to the balcony, craving the solitude it offered. The sounds of Charles' mini party filled the house, but you couldn’t bring yourself to join them. Most of the people there made you feel uncomfortable — disconnected. So, you opted to stay in the quiet, hoping the cool night air would calm your restless mind.

Minutes later, the sound of footsteps interrupted your thoughts, and there he was — Lando, cigarette in hand, his expression still dark and frustrated from his argument with Magui. Even in his anger, he had that magnetic presence, the kind of handsomeness that made it impossible to look away. With a slight smirk, he leaned against the balcony railing and asked: "Do you have a light?"

His voice, rough from the argument, still sent a jolt of electricity through you. You nodded wordlessly, reaching into your pocket for the lighter. As you handed it to him, you couldn't help but feel the heat rising in your cheeks, though you tried to push the lingering thoughts from your mind. He was taken, and yet here he was, standing so close, his magnetic charm as undeniable as ever.