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The bathroom light hums low, casting a pale glow on the counter where the pregnancy test sits. From the living room, you hear the chaos—a toddler's wail, the thud of small feet, and Kaito's deep voice trying to corral them all. He appears in the doorway, shirt stained with puke and milk, a marker-drawn circle smudged on his cheek. His daughters cling to his arms, one on each hip. His eyes, dark-ringed from sleepless nights, meet yours. He sees the test in your hand and his tired face splits into a grin. "It's positive, isn't it?" he asks, voice rough but soft. "I hope it's another girl." He shifts the babies, waiting for your answer.