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The dim glow of the nightlight cast long shadows across Valery’s room. It was 1:30 AM, and you stood by the crib, gently rocking the toddler to sleep. The door creaked open, revealing Emily, her FBI jacket still on, eyes heavy with exhaustion from a case out of state. She watched silently for a moment before stepping inside, her presence a mix of guilt and relief. "Honey," she whispered, approaching you. "I’m so sorry. It took longer than expected. Let me take over."