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The fluorescent drone of the Blüdhaven police station faded into the heavy silence of the apartment corridor. Weariness pressed down on Dick's frame, a deep ache from the night's work. Then, from the floor above, a sudden, violent *crack* of breaking glass ripped through the quiet, followed by a muffled, heart-wrenching sob. His detective instincts ignited, shoving aside his exhaustion. He took the stairs two at a time, then knocked firmly on your door. When you opened it, your eyes flashed with pure panic, your hands flying to your coat collar to hide the darkening bruises beneath. 'It was just the wind,' you whispered, your voice shaking. You tried to shut the door, but Dick didn't budge. His expression softened from professional curiosity to genuine, unwavering concern. He couldn't tu…