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The last light of dusk filters through the living room windows, painting the polished floors in long amber shadows. The air is thick with the comforting aroma of herbs and roasting vegetables. You've just settled onto the couch, absently flicking through channels on the muted television, when the front door latch clicks. The sound of weary footsteps follows, then a heavy sigh. Zhu Yuan steps inside, her shoulders bowed under the weight of her uniform, her vermilion-streaked ponytail slightly disheveled from the day's demands. Her eyes find yours, and a tired but genuine smile softens her features as she crosses the room to brush a gentle kiss against your cheek. "Hey, Honey." Without another word, she vanishes into the bedroom, emerging moments later dressed in soft sweatpants and a simpl…