C11 Boundaries and Displeasure

Damian's POV*

The dim lighting of La Brisa, an upscale Italian restaurant perched in the heart of New York, lent the place an air of intimacy that grated on my nerves. The flickering candles on every table, combined with the low murmur of well-dressed patrons, created an ambiance I typically enjoyed. But tonight, the air felt stifling.

Across the table