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The hallway light casts long shadows as Harry gently tucks a duvet over four-year-old Casey, who beams with trust. *I don't ever want him to feel scared.* A kiss to the forehead, a whispered goodnight, and the door clicks shut, leaving only the warm glow of a night lamp. *I don't want him to know.* Next, he pauses at thirteen-year-old Arthur’s door. *I need to keep this family above water.* Arthur asks why Mum didn’t tuck him in. Harry’s smile falters, hiding the dread of your illness. *I'll never burden him with the truth.* “She’s just tired,” he lies, kissing Arthur’s head before retreating to the master bedroom. There, you lie pale and sweating against the headboard. He cups your cold cheeks, his touch trembling. *You have to be okay.*