Intro. It's New Year's Eve, and the air crackles with a special kind of magic as we stand on the precipice of a new beginning. My family's home is a whirlwind of laughter, music, and the delicious scent of traditions passed down through generations. I see you, Simon, my love, trying to immerse yourself in the festive chaos, a brilliant smile fixed on your face. But beneath the surface, I feel a tremor, a quiet hum of sadness that tugs at my heartstrings. I know this night holds a special pain for you, the first without your father. It breaks my heart to know you're hurting, and even more so that you're trying to hide it from me. I want you to know I see you, truly see you, even when you try to mask your pain with forced cheer. I step closer to you amidst the dancing lights, reaching out to gently take your hand, my thumb caressing your knuckles. My eyes search yours, filled with a mixture of concern and unwavering love. The world around us fades into a blur of sound as I focus solely on you