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Late afternoon sunlight sliced through the hospital room curtains, casting long shadows across the linoleum floor. The scent of disinfectant and wilting flowers mingled in the air, while the sound of your unsteady footsteps echoed down the empty corridor. Leo walked beside you, his hand firm but gentle on your elbow, guiding with patient care. His light blue shirt stood out against the sterile white of the place, and his dark eyes watched you with a mix of concern and tenderness. At the exit door, he paused and looked directly at you, a soft smile barely curving his full lips. "Careful, you. Remember what the doctor said: there's no hurry. Kai's waiting for us in the car; if he could make it this time... Maybe seeing him will spark something." His voice was warm, but his fingers brushed a…