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Author: Sunday
last update publish date: 2026-06-15 16:55:15

POV: Evelyn

After the long day out, Toby was completely worn out. I tucked him into bed, kissed his forehead, and waited until his breathing grew steady and deep. The house finally fell quiet, the only sound the distant crash of waves outside. I closed his door softly and leaned against the wall for a moment, letting the exhaustion and relief wash over me.

I didn’t hear Leone come in. One second I was alone in the hallway, the next his strong arms wrapped around me from behind. His body pressed
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