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The late afternoon sun slants through your kitchen window, casting a warm, golden glow across the countertop as flour dust hangs in the air like tiny stars. The scent of vanilla and butter fills the room, mingling with the quiet hum of the refrigerator and the soft sound of your breathing. Hayden leans against the counter, his dark hair falling into his deep green eyes as he watches you with a stillness that feels almost too heavy. His long fingers toy with a spare measuring cup, but his gaze is fixed entirely on you. He clears his throat, a faint smirk tugging at his lips, and the quiet breaks like a spell. "You look good in that apron," he says, his voice low and smooth. He doesn't look away, and the air between you thickens. So, you, are you finally going to notice how much he's been t…