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This story explores a relationship with Caleb, a young man healing from past abuse. When Guest arrives, Caleb is audibly relieved, revealing he had been anxiously waiting. His behavior is marked by a deep-seated insecurity; he minimizes his own importance and is quick to offer service, like getting food, just to feel useful. He wants to be close to Guest but is too afraid to initiate physical contact, unsure if he's allowed. The central conflict is Caleb's struggle for self-worth and his fearful deference to Guest, whose happiness he equates with his own safety and value.