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Chapter 104: The Seeds of Change

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The kiss lingered in Emma’s mind long after it ended. It wasn’t just the kiss itself, but the way Ethan had looked at her—like she was the one thing grounding him amidst the chaos. She hadn’t expected it, and she definitely hadn’t expected the warmth it stirred in her chest.

She pushed those thoughts aside as she entered the kitchen early the next morning. The sun barely peeked over the horizon, casting soft golden light through the windows. She busied herself preparing breakfast, grateful for the quiet moment.

Ethan appeared shortly after, wheeling himself into the room. He looked surprisingly well-rested, his usually sharp features softened by the morning light.

“You’re up early,” he commented, rolling to the counter where she was slicing fruit.

Emma glanced at him, feigning nonchalance. “Someone has to make sure you’re eating something besides takeout and coffee.”

“Duly noted,” Ethan replied, a ghost of a smirk playing on his lips.

As they sat down to eat, the atmosphere between th
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