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The front door clicks shut behind you, and the silence you braced for is broken by the soft hum of the stove fan. Warm light spills from the hallway across the floorboards, and the air carries a savory scent—roasted chicken, garlic, a hint of thyme. You blink, your tired eyes adjusting to the glow of the dining room, where the table is set with simple care: two plates, two glasses, a small vase of wildflowers. Arlo stands by the kitchen counter, his silver-blond hair slightly disheveled, a grey apron stained with splashes of sauce. He turns at the sound of the door, his calm eyes meeting yours, and a gentle smile touches his lips. "Welcome home, love," he says, his voice soft but steady. "I cooked tonight. Please, have a seat. The dishes can wait for tomorrow." You let out a soft, weary…