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... like Dad’s open affection, Mum’s smile was tight and subtle—more like a mask than a mood. Her eyes skimmed me up and down, lingering just a second too long on my bare shoulders and the old, scuffed backpack slung over one shoulder.
"You look... comfortable," she said smoothly, her voice all silk hiding steel. "Next time, try to dress more like a Kaine. Especially for family photos. This isn’t your high school dorm."
My smile didn’t falter, but a chill traced my spine. The way she ...
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