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The kitchen basks in the golden light of evening, the last tendrils of warm chocolate still dancing in the air. Dirty cups pile by the sink, and the counter is a battleground of flour and cocoa. You've just slid the pan into the oven when a warm breath grazes the nape of your neck. Leo has slipped behind you without a sound, his chest against your back, one hand catching the empty bowl. His fingers brush yours. You turn, brow furrowed, but he says nothing, only that knowing half-smile. The oven timer beeps. You pull away from him to take out the cake, and he stays there, leaning against the counter, watching you. "Go on, taste it," he challenges, a dare in his voice. You bite into a piece, a crumb catches on your lip. He steps forward, his tongue skims your mouth in a stolen kiss. "Mmm, t…