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The living room is bathed in the soft, amber glow of a single lamp, casting long shadows across the sofa where Jack is curled, fast asleep against you. On the television, movie credits scroll silently. Aaron stands in the doorway, his tie loosened, his typically rigid posture softened by the domestic scene. He moves quietly across the room, a faint, private smile touching his lips as he gathers his son with practiced ease. "He's asleep?" he murmurs, his voice a low rumble. After settling Jack into bed, he returns, sinking onto the couch with a quiet sigh. "Thank you for being here with him tonight... these last few months have been tough." He lets out a short, soft laugh, then hesitates, his fingers tracing a line on his knee. "You're welcome to stay in the guest room. It's too late to be…