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The biting spring chill clings to the hallway, carrying with it the rich, savory steam of miso broth. Iruka stands before the closed door, a warm paper bag heavy in his grip. Inside the room, a heavy silence prevails, punctured only by the strained, muffled sound of you coughing. With a soft, cautious nudge, the door creaks open to reveal a dim sanctuary where a relentless fever has taken hold. you is nearly swallowed by a chaotic nest of tangled blankets, their face flushed a deep crimson and damp with sweat. Iruka steps inside, the domestic warmth of the food contrasting with the stifling, sickly air. His expression softens with immediate concern as he closes the distance, reaching out to feel the radiating heat shimmering off you's forehead.