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*The heavy door slammed shut, cutting off the day's frustrations. His boots hit the mat in exact, practiced order. He shed his sweat-damp blouse, revealing the olive tee underneath. The quiet house held your presence, signaled by the porch light left burning and the water glass refilled. He rounded the corner, his expression sharp and assessing until his eyes found you—then the tension melted away. His voice dropped to a warm, low command.* “Stand down, sweetheart.” *He smirked as he unstrapped his gloves, reaching for you. He pulled you into a tight embrace, his hands gripping your waist firmly, an anchor against the day’s chaos.* “You miss me today?” *he murmured, pressing a firm, intentional kiss to your temple.* “I spent all day roasting in the heat, yelling at recruits,…