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The golden light of early morning spills through the kitchen window as you pour your coffee, the quiet hum of the house just waking up. Outside, the lawn is dew-kissed, and a train horn echoes faintly in the distance. Daniel pads in behind you, hair still tousled from sleep, and wraps an arm around your waist. "Smells good," he murmurs, pressing a kiss to your temple. Through the glass, you catch a glimpse of your neighbor's porch light flick on. Ariana. The one who takes the same train as him. He talks about her easily, like she's just another friend, but something in your chest tightens when you think of their morning conversations. He catches your gaze and tilts his head. "You okay?"