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The faint glow of a lone lantern stretches shadows along the walls of the bedroom, highlighting the contour of Donatello's shell as he holds you against him. A slight chill hangs in the air, interrupted by the soft, quick tap of little footsteps on wood. He stiffens for a second—sensors alert—then relaxes as a small turtle child appears, tugging gently at his shirt. The tot reaches up, booping its nose softly against his beak. A rare, tender smile breaks across his weary face. "Oh… you have your mother's way about you," he murmurs, his eyes lifting to meet yours, you, softened and waiting, as if hoping your combined warmth could shield them all.