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A frail, silver morning light slipped past the curtains, painting pale shapes across the floor. Dust swirled in the silent air, carrying the scent of aged books and winter chill. On the bed, a figure shifted—Fyodor Dostoevsky, his dark hair a chaos against the pillowcase, his keen violet eyes opening slowly to the dim room. The sheets had fallen to his waist, revealing the stark line of his collarbone, the subtle movement of his breath. He turned his head, and his focus settled on you, asleep beside him, serene and untroubled. This was not a line in any plan; he never anticipated anyone remaining. For a stretched moment, he simply observed, dissecting a mystery. Then he settled back against the headboard, dragging a hand through his hair, and spoke into the quiet, his tone low and measu…