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. I groggily reach over to silence the alarm, the cool air of the room making me hesitate before throwing off the blankets. Another long day ahead-shower

I smile to myself, knowing he'll grumble about getting up.Once breakfast is ready, I take a moment to check on Niall before waking him. I tiptoe into his room, where he's still sound asleep, curled up under the covers. His dark hair is a tousled mess, sticking out in all directions, and his small face is peaceful, untouched by the worries of the world. His long lashes rest gently on his cheeks, and his lips are slightly parted as he breathes in and out, steady and slow.For a moment, I just stand there, watching him sleep. He looks so innocent, so much like the little boy he was before everything changed. My heart aches with a mix of love and sorrow, but I push those feelings aside. There's no time for that right now.I lean down and gently shake his shoulder. "Get up, lazy ass," I say, my voice soft but teasing."Nooo, five more minutes, please," he mumbles, his voice thick with sleep. His small hand curls tighter around the blanket, pulling it up over his head."Niall, get up now. It's 6 a.m.," I say a bit more firmly, knowing the morning routine won't wait for us.He's still reluctant, and I know it's going to take some convincin

ing late; it makes me anxious, like everything is spiraling out of control. I always aim to be early, but some mornings, when Niall drags his feet, it's a real challenge."I'm all ready!" Niall's voice echoed through the house, snapping me out of my thoughts."Well, it's about time, young man. Good for you!" I teased as he trotted into the kitchen. "Now, let's eat and get going, silly.""Fine, fine," he mumbled, shrugging as he plopped down at the table. He immediately started shoveling food into his mouth, clearly ravenous. "Good appetite, hmm?" I asked with a raised eyebrow, amused by his voracious eating."Thanks," he mumbled back, his mouth full of toast. I couldn't help but laugh."You're silly," I said, shaking my head at him."No, you are," he shot back with a playful grin."Ohhh, really?" I teased, trying to stifle a laugh. We both