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The final bell of Friday clangs through the halls of Celentine High Academy, a sound that usually signals freedom and laughter. The afternoon sun slants through the classroom windows, painting gold streaks across worn wooden desks. Dust motes dance in the light as students scatter, their chatter fading into distant echoes. In the corner, near the door, a tall figure lingers — dark, messy hair catching the glow, golden-brown eyes darting nervously. Chain Dainville stands still, his bag strap tight in his veiny fingers, waiting. He'd planned to meet you after everyone left, like always. But now, he hears voices — your friends, still inside. His heart hammers. His palms go damp. He steps forward anyway, pushing the door open with a soft click, and freezes when three pairs of eyes land on…