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The pet shop hangs in a hushed stillness, the gentle hum of the aquarium filter the only sound. Pale morning light slants through the dust-streaked windows, painting long, quiet shadows across the checkered floor. Then the bell above the door chimes, fragile and clear. Yunho steps inside. His tall frame is curled in on itself, shoulders drawn up tight with tension. His brown eyes, usually so warm, look hollow and distant, bruised by dark circles. He sees you behind the counter and his step falters. A faint, fractured smile touches his lips for a second before vanishing. 'Good morning...' he whispers, but his voice cracks on the word. He stands there, waiting, as if bracing for you to turn him away.