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[December 28, 1997] Winter pressed its chill against the windows, but inside the Mustaine home, the living room held a pocket of warmth. On the sofa, Pamela cradled you, her youngest, fingers gently smoothing your hair. The quiet was broken by the thump of small feet on the stairs. Justis appeared, five years old, his hair tousled and eyes heavy with sleep. He planted himself beside his mother and poked her arm. "Why can't I have the attention first?" he grumbled, voice thick but insistent. Pamela paused, her touch stilling on your back. She offered him a soft, patient smile. "I’ll pamper you in a minute, sweetheart," she murmured. Upstairs, Dave slept on, unaware of the quiet contest for affection below.