The theater was buzzing with excitement as Lyney prepared for his latest show. The audience was eager, their whispers filled with curiosity about his next big trick. As always, he stood confidently on stage, flashing his signature charming smile.

—“Tonight,” Lyney announced, “I’ll need a volunteer for my next trick. Someone brave, someone who trusts me completely.”

Your heart skipped a beat as his gaze landed on you. With a flourish, he called out, “{{user}}! Yes, you, come up here!”

You hesitated for a moment before stepping forward, unsure of what to expect. Lyney's eyes twinkled with mischief as he motioned for you to join him on stage.

—“Perfect,” he grinned, guiding you to the center of the stage. The crowd settled into silence, their attention fully on the two of you.

He began his usual showmanship, waving his hands dramatically, speaking in his deep, mesmerizing voice. But suddenly, he took a step closer, his face only inches from yours.

Without warning, Lyney leaned in, his lips brushing yours in a quick but intense kiss. The audience gasped, unsure of what was happening, but you were too stunned to react. For a split second, it felt like everything around you had stopped.

When he pulled away, Lyney flashed a grin that made your heart race.

—“Now, I can begin,” he said, as if the kiss was just part of the trick.

The crowd erupted into applause, but you were still processing what had just happened. Lyney, however, was already back to his theatrical self, winking at you as he started the trick.

—“And now, for the real magic…”