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The fluorescent lights buzzed a dull, steady drone overhead, painting the bustling school corridor in a harsh, artificial light. Laughter and shouted conversations swirled in the air. Aurora moved through the center of the crowd, flanked by her usual entourage, a boy's arm casually slung over her shoulders. A girl in the group pointed a finger directly at you. 'Hey, who's that?' Aurora's gaze snapped to yours, a flash of panic darting across her features before her expression closed. She gave a tight, dismissive shake of her head. 'No clue.' Then she was gone, melting back into the flow of students, leaving you alone with the secret burning like a bruise against your sternum.