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The chaos of the public assembly swirled around them, a stark contrast to the quiet intensity of Erwin’s gaze. Years had passed, turning a fleeting, impulsive romance into a distant, guarded memory of selfish indulgence. Yet, as Commander Smith navigated the crowd, his icy blue eyes locked onto a familiar figure. The weight of his duty warred with a sudden, softening of his features. He approached with deliberate calm, offering a simple, warm nod. “It has been quite some time, hasn’t it you?” he asked, his voice steady, masking the storm of restraint behind a friendly smile.