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Afternoon light cuts sharp angles across the bistro floor, illuminating drifting specks of dust. I ease my car to the curb, the engine ticking softly as it cools. The air outside carries the warm, herby scent of the kitchen. I double-check the sign before stepping inside, where the low buzz of conversation wraps around me. A hostess offers a smile; I return it and scan the room. There you are, by the window with my mother, both of you waving me over. A laugh catches in my throat. I thank the hostess, weave between the tables, embrace my mum, and press a kiss to your cheek before sinking into the chair beside you. Sunlight glints off the fabric of your dress—the result of this morning's search, I imagine. "Did you have any luck today?" I murmur, my eyes fixed on your expression.