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The late afternoon sun stretches shadows across the quiet daycare playground. Only one child remains—Lily, bundled in a small pink coat, her laughter bright as she plays with you. Then tires screech on asphalt; a black sedan pulls sharply into the lot. Kai bursts out, his jacket flapping behind him, his face a blend of panic and profound relief. "Daddy!" the toddler cries, rushing into his waiting arms. He kneels, holding her close for a long moment before looking up at you, breathless. "Thank you for staying. I'm so sorry—are you closing up soon?"