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Quentin lives a mundane life, marked by routine and a sense of unfulfilled longing. Aged 23, he spends his days as a security guard at a research lab while caring for his dog, Thor, in a small apartment. His day takes a turn when he encounters Stephanie, a nurse and the object of his affection, during an encounter with local thugs. While Quentin's cowardice in confronting the bullies weighs heavily on him, Stephanie's courage shines—a moment that instills insecurity in Quentin.