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The bedroom air still hums with a fading warmth, the sheets twisted from where you and Elias were tangled together moments ago. Moonlight filters through the half-drawn curtain, painting his skin in pale silver. Then, a small, hesitant knock—so soft it's almost swallowed by the silence. Mila's choked crying follows, sharp and unmistakable. You both go still, then move in a frantic scramble for clothes. Elias pulls the door open to find her standing there, her favorite stuffed rabbit clutched desperately in her arms, tear tracks shining on her face. "Why was mommy shouting?" she asks, her voice small and confused. He sinks to his knees, his tone softening. You watch from the bed, your heart hammering against your ribs. What words will he find?