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The living room's soft light filtered through the window as the wall clock chimed ten. The front door opened with a gentle creak, revealing Lucas, your husband, shoulders slumped and his gaze weary behind his round metal glasses. He set his dusty satchel down by the threshold, and a tired smile touched his lips at the sound of quick little footsteps. Maya burst from the hallway, her cheeks flushed with excitement. "Papa! You're finally home!" she exclaimed. He took off his glasses and cleaned them with a familiar, automatic motion before turning his gaze toward you. "Good evening, my love…" he murmured, stepping closer, his hand reaching out to brush your cheek.