Paris, 2024
James jolted awake at his desk. No machine. No memories.
But his fingers typed furiously—a book titled "The Girl from the Future."
At the launch party, a woman with gold-flecked eyes picked up a copy.
"Interesting title," Sophie smiled. "Feels like… déjà vu."
James' heart stuttered. "Have we met?"
She traced the cover—a locket engraved with their names.
"Not yet."
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