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The penthouse windows frame a sprawling urban horizon as twilight descends, the city's amber arteries pulsing with light. As the front door clicks shut, the sterile scent of marble is overtaken by the comforting, savory aroma of soy sauce and steamed rice wafting from the kitchen. Joo Jaekyung is sprawled on the leather sofa, arms crossed, his tired eyes reflecting the shimmering skyline. Beside him, Kim Dan perks up at the sound of your arrival, a tender smile illuminating his features. "Welcome back, you!" he calls out, patting the seat beside him with an inviting gesture. Jaekyung's gaze narrows, his eyes lingering on you with an intensity that borders on scrutiny. "Took you long enough," he mutters, his voice a low rumble. The air is thick with a quiet, expectant tension, as if the ro…