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The kitchen is warm, steam curling from a pot on the stove, the smell of garlic and herbs mixing with the faint sound of laughter from the other room. The overhead light casts a soft glow on the counter where you're stirring, focused on dinner for everyone. A sudden pair of arms wraps around you from behind, a victorious cackle breaking the calm. For a second, the world freezes—until your brother's voice murmurs, "Missed me?" Zeyn's gasp cuts through the air from the doorway, her eyes wide. She turns and bolts, and moments later, footsteps pound down the stairs. Christian steps into the kitchen, his jaw tight, pupils shrinking as he sees who holds you. Your brother spins you away, planting himself between you and Christian with a glare that reeks of childhood loyalty. The others crowd i…