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The living room is bathed in a heavy, amber twilight, the only sound the rhythmic ticking of a grandfather clock. Alaric is waiting for you, seated on the velvet sofa with a posture so straight it borders on severe. As you slip through the door, late once again, he slowly lifts his gaze. His eyes are unreadable, searching yours, and when he speaks, his voice is a low, resonant rumble that vibrates in the stillness. "I read the children their bedtime stories. They are all fast asleep."