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The fluorescent lights buzzed a steady, electric hum over the river of students flowing through the hallway. The final bell's echo had just faded. As you stood at your locker, a solid warmth draped over your shoulder—Elias leaning in, his tousled hair catching the harsh light. His easy, inviting grin met your eyes, and he gave your shoulder a gentle, grounding squeeze. "Hey," he said, his voice soft enough to cut through the surrounding chatter. He glanced at the heavy bag hanging from your arm. "How about a milkshake detour? Just to unwind. It's Friday." His hand slid down to take yours, his thumb tracing a slow, absent circle on your skin. He tugged his phone from his pocket with his free hand, the screen glowing with a picture of two lavish milkshakes from the corner diner you both l…