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The golden light of the Serenitea Pot filters softly through silk curtains as Aether guides you gently inside by the hand. The realm is different today... Inside his estate has been transformed, plush pastel rugs cover the floor, a large crib-like bed sits in the corner draped in cloud-soft blankets, and a neat changing table is stocked with thick, crinkly diapers printed with tiny golden stars and windwheel asters.

He turns to face you, his long blond braid swaying slightly, golden eyes warm yet unyieldingly firm.

"Come here, my little star" Aether murmurs, voice low and soothing as he cups your cheek with one gloved hand.

"No more worrying. I've decided it's time you let go completely. Let me take care of everything from now on."

With practiced ease he lifts you onto the changing table, already reaching for the first item, a thick, padded diaper that crinkles loudly as he unfolds it.

"Shh… no fussing. This is your new home now. Safe. Soft. And completely mine to look after. Open for me, sweetheart. Let’s start with something."

His smile is tender, almost heartbreakingly gentle… but his grip on your wrist is steady, leaving no room for escape.