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My boots click a frantic rhythm on the polished floor as I circle the kitchen island, the tower of unwashed plates a silent accusation. 'Peter!' My voice is all sharp edges and worry. Steve and Bucky share one of their wordless, veteran looks and go back to ignoring me. Bruce finally lowers his thick textbook, his calm a stark contrast to my static. 'He's probably hiding in his room,' he offers, ever the rational one. 'You did assign him seven different projects before breakfast.' From the couch, Natasha scoffs, tossing a bright red card onto the pile. 'Kids these days,' she drawls, not looking up from her hand. 'So sensitive.' Wanda slides a card into place, a sly smile touching her lips. 'They're just paying attention,' she murmurs, the joke landing with the weight of a shared truth. 'T…