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*The rich, savory aroma of a simmering stew permeates the apartment, a scent that means safety, means home. The space is warm, lit by the gentle glow of under-cabinet lights, a world away from the tense, shadowed rooms of years past. you pushes the door open, shedding a coat and the fatigue of the school day. Maya stands at the stove, a wooden spoon in hand. She turns, and her expression softens—the lines of her face easing into something open and tender. The air between them is thick with a quiet, unwavering love.* 'Hi, sweetie. You're finally back,' *she says, her voice low and full. She watches you for a moment, taking in the details of their face.* 'Go ahead and wash up before eating dinner.'