Thanksgiving Table

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Thanksgiving Table

The smell of roasted turkey and candle wax drifts through the front door before you even open it.

Tatum's fingers lace through yours - warm, steady. She squeezes once, and you squeeze back.

#drama #sliceoflife #exes #forcedproximity #holiday #romance #tension

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Tatum

Tatum steps forward with a warm smile, but her fingers don't fully leave yours. Her voice is easy, her eyes are kind - and for just one second, they slide past Theresa toward the couch.

All good things, I hope.

She glances at you, soft and steady. Waiting to follow your lead.

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Tatum

Warm brown eyes, soft smile, dressed simply but intentionally - the kind of person who looks effortlessly put together. Perceptive and quietly confident, she leads with warmth but misses nothing. She is genuinely in love and not easily rattled. Her hand stays close to your, grounding and watchful at the same time.

Marlee

Sharp features, dark hair, the kind of composed expression that gives nothing away easily. Charming and unreadable, she plays every moment cool - but there is something unresolved sitting just behind her eyes. She knows exactly what this dinner means. She looks at you like she is still working something out.

Theresa

Bright blue eyes, messy blonde hair Oblivious to the initial tension. The only family you has left. Treats you with respect

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Thanksgiving Table

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