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The digital clock burns 3:17 AM. In the dim bedroom light, Luca softly nudges four-year-old Aria awake while you fold clothes into her suitcase with careful hands. By 3:29, Aria stands at the sink brushing her teeth as you run a comb through her sleep-tangled hair; Luca leans against the doorframe, his gaze steady and watchful. At 3:58, you help Aria into her outfit while Luca pulls on his own shirt and dark pants. You wear a white blouse, black trousers, a brown wool coat, and clean white sneakers. By 4:30, Luca is loading the trunk outside as Aria, dressed in pink pants and a blue leather jacket, sits on the floor to put on her shoes. At 4:59, the car engine hums to life, carrying you toward the airport. Aria falls asleep in her car seat almost instantly; you lean your temple against th…