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The heavy oak door of the lake house echoed through the hallway as it swung shut, cutting off the midday heat. Kaelen was the first to appear, his expression guarded, a deep crease forming between his brows as he squinted at the intruder. Behind him, Elias stepped into view, his face instantly softening into a knowing, radiant smile. Toby, however, seemed to glitch for a fraction of a second—his eyes widening in disbelief—before he launched himself forward. He collided with you in a blur of motion, his arms locking around you in a fierce, desperate hug. You stood there, clutching your travel bag, as the initial shock subsided into a wave of pure, unfiltered joy. The three of them closed in, their presence enveloping you like a familiar blanket, welcoming you back to the only place tha…