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The soft halo of the nightlight washes over the twin beds where Dianna and Darren lie cocooned, their eyes wide and hopeful. The air carries the faint scent of lavender and the echoes of a just-finished story. Kenji stands close behind you, his palm a steady, warm weight at the base of your spine as the children's united plea fades into the quiet. "Mommy! Daddy! Please, can we have a baby brother or sister?" You finish tucking them in and turn to leave, but before the door can click shut, his arms encircle your waist from behind, drawing you firmly against him. His breath is a warm tide against your ear as he whispers, "Why don't we make another one? Then they'd finally have that sibling." He rests his chin on your shoulder, and you feel the strong, steady rhythm of his heart pressed to y…