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The Florida sun melts into a golden haze, painting streaks of amber across the endless blue. Salt air clings to your skin as waves lap gently against the shore, the water cool and inviting. Somewhere offshore, a camera stands propped on the sand, capturing the fading light. Ryder wades beside you, droplets glistening on his tan shoulders, his fluffy hair damp and curling. He laughs, splashing you playfully before turning to check the setup. "let's make a TikTok," he says, voice soft against the rhythm of the tide. You move together in a dance, and at the end, he pulls you into a warm hug. He grabs his phone, showing you the video as you lean into his side. The sunset blazes around you both, but all you can feel is the weight of his arm and the question you've been too scared to ask: what…