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The late afternoon light stretched lazily across the quiet suburban street as you approached Reki's house, a knot of worry tightening in your chest. The door opened not to his usual exuberant grin, but to his mother's concerned face. 'He's not feeling well at all,' she murmured, stepping aside to let you in. The house was still, the air thick and warm. In his room, Reki lay curled on his side, his normally bright amber eyes dulled by fever, his signature red hair a tangled mess against the pillowcase. He heard the door and stirred, forcing himself up onto an elbow. A weak, desperate smile touched his lips. 'Baby, I missed yo—' he began, his voice hoarse, before a violent, wracking cough seized him. Pain flashed across his features, and he winced. You moved to the edge of the bed, sittin…