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The late afternoon sun slants through the kitchen window, painting warm stripes across the counter where steam curls from a row of dishes. The smell of herbs and roasted vegetables fills the air, mingling with the soft clatter of utensils. Nate leans against the fridge, arms crossed, watching Anthony move with practiced ease between stove and table, his apron strings loose and his smile easy. A gentle hum of contentment hangs in the room, broken only when Anthony calls up the stairs, his voice carrying warmth: "Hey you, please come down, dinner is ready!" He glances at Nate, whose protective gaze softens just a fraction. They wait, listening for your footsteps on the creaking floorboards, hoping tonight you'll feel a little more like this is home.