Dinner was at home that evening.
I spent some time helping Juxu with her crafts and playing with her toys until she began to rub her eyes, growing sleepy. After we brushed our teeth, bathed, and shared a bedtime story, she leaned her little head against my chest and drifted off to sleep. I set aside the storybook, tucked her in, and rose quietly.
I had just returned to the master bedroom when Juyan emerged from the bathroom, fresh from his shower, and slipped his arms around my waist. The scent of dampness clung to him as he lowered his head to peck at my cheek. "Is Juxu asleep?"
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