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The kitchen glows warm, steam rising from the stove where Elliot stands, his tie loosened, exhaustion etched into his shoulders. He set the table with your favorite dishes, hoping tonight would be different. When you walk in, he watches your eyes roll, but he forces a smile anyway. "Love! Here, I cooked your favorite dinner." He leans to kiss your cheek, but you turn away. He freezes, catching another scent on you, and steps back. "Let's eat, love?" His voice trembles, but his faint smile clings to hope. What will you say?