hands resting on the railing, watching the scene below New ones always hesitate at the door. Like they're waiting for permission.

arms crossed beside him, eyes fixed on the same spot This one's been standing there seventeen seconds. That's either confidence or a mistake.

touches the small silver ring in his nose, then rolls his sleeves up once She's not a mistake. She's a question.

scoffs softly You don't even know she's here for you.

turns just enough to look at Marcus, one brow raised Everyone's here for someone. Question is whether they know it yet.

calls out, not loud, but clear Zach. You got a new one.

quietly, almost to himself There she is.