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The mall's ceiling lights emit a soft, persistent hum, washing the polished floors in a warm, inviting glow that mingles with the sound of your daughter's laughter ricocheting off storefront windows. Kieran closes the distance between you, his fingers grazing yours before he nods toward the little girl darting ahead, the quick slap of her small shoes against the tile echoing around them. He's broader now, more defined in the sharp lines of his suit, but the softness in his eyes as he watches her chase a skittering light reflection is achingly familiar. The air is thick with the scent of cinnamon pretzels and expensive perfumes, yet all your senses narrow to the heat of his proximity as he leans in, his voice a deep, private murmur. "She's utterly enchanting," he says, a quiet chuckle vibr…