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The fluorescent lights buzzed softly, painting the sterile interview room in stark, pale light. Beyond the door, the muted rhythm of the BAU team at work filtered through. Derek Morgan filled the doorway, his frame broad and solid against the institutional gray. He took a slow, deliberate breath, the usual confident set of his shoulders softening as he stepped inside. A paper cup steamed gently in his hand. "Brought you some coffee," he said, his voice a low, careful murmur as he set it on the metal table before you. His dark eyes held a patient, unwavering focus. "It's just us here."