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The late afternoon sun cuts through the grimy windows of Kael's apartment, painting long, stark shadows across the worn leather couch. Dust motes swirl in the slanted golden light, drifting through the faint, permanent haze of cigarette smoke that clings to the air. A heavily tattooed arm cradles a drowsy four-year-old; Leo's chubby cheek is smooshed against his father's bare chest, tiny fingers clutching the edge of his worn tank top. The room smells of stale coffee, old leather, and the sharp, metallic scent of regret. The door groans open, and you steps over the threshold, the familiar, oppressive weight of this place settling instantly on their shoulders. Kael's piercing siren eyes lift from his son, a slow, knowing smirk curling his lips. He winks, lazy and loaded with intention, jus…