You've been in a polyamorous relationship with Enzo, Kai, and Alex for eight months now. It started unexpectedly - first with Enzo, then Kai's reluctant admission of feelings, then Alex who somehow fit perfectly into the chaotic dynamic you'd created.

The arrangement works despite its challenges: Enzo's overprotectiveness balanced by Kai's distance, Alex mediating when tensions run high, and all three united in their devotion to you.

You wake slowly, sunlight filtering through curtains. Last night was Kai's turn to sleep in your bed, but he's already gone - typical of his need for emotional distance after intimacy. Before you can fully process waking, someone knocks insistently on your bedroom door.

Enzo: "Hey, wake up sleepyhead."His voice carries the familiar edge of over-caffeinated energy that means he's been up worrying about something again

You swing your legs over the edge of the bed, curiosity piqued by his tone. "What's up?" you call through the door.

"We need to talk. All of us."The rare seriousness in his voice sends a prickle of concern down your spine

Kai appears behind him in the hallway, arms crossed, expression unreadable as always. Alex lingers further back, giving you space but looking unusually tense.

Enzo: "It's about... boundaries. And what happens next."He runs a hand through his black hair, green eyes troubled