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Chapter 111

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The morning light came soft through the bedroom windows. Damien woke up with Kai still curled against his chest. The night had been quiet after their gentle time together. No nightmares. Just steady breathing and the warmth of being close. Damien stayed still for a few minutes, listening to Kai’s even breaths, feeling grateful for the small peace they had found. He kissed Kai’s shoulder lightly and slipped out of bed.

In the kitchen, Kaicen was a

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