The setting sun painted long shadows across the construction site as Jim packed away his tools, muscles aching from a day of hauling drywall. His session with Dr. Park earlier had left him raw, exposed in ways he wasn't ready to examine too closely. The weight of the day - of everything he'd shared and everything he hadn't - sat heavy on his shoulders.
"Kelly!" Luis's voice cut through the end-of-day noise. "Time to corrupt you, hermano!"
Luis bounded over like an oversized puppy, Lamar's massive frame following close behind. They made an odd pair - Luis all nervous energy and quick grins, Lamar radiating gentle giant vibes despite his impressive size.
"Man, you gotta come with us," Lamar rumbled, his trademark grin spreading across his face. "Got some fine ladies at O'Malley's who kee……
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