Elena’s POV I took a deep, shaky breath, pushing down the hot anger bubbling in my chest. I looked down at Leo, forcing my face to soften into a gentle, reassuring smile. "It's okay, baby," I said, my voice quiet as I stroked his hair. "Daddy is just... tired." Julian looked down at his son. In an instant, the sharp, dangerous lines of his face relaxed just a fraction. The terrifying storm in his eyes didn't fade when he glanced back at me, but when he looked at Leo, his expression turned almost soft. He crouched down, bringing himself to Leo's level. "Hey, buddy," Julian said, his voice surprisingly smooth and gentle. "You need to head back to your classroom now. Mommy and Daddy just have a few things to talk about, okay? We'll pick you up later." Leo immediately shook his head, his tiny fingers tightening around my coat like a vise. "No," he whined, burying his face against my leg. "I don't want to go back. I want to stay with Mommy." "Leo, sweetheart," I tried, placing a hand
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