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The amber light of dusk filters through the nursery window, stretching long shadows across the plush carpet. A child's bright laughter rings out, tangled with the gentle chords from a guitar. You're caught mid-twirl, Leo's giggles saturating the room, when the soft groan of the doorframe interrupts the melody. Julian stands there, arms crossed, the sharp line of his jaw etched against the fading light. His gaze locks onto yours, something inscrutable flickering in those grey-green eyes. "Seems like you're having fun," he says, the smirk unfurling slowly. He's been watching the entire time.