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***The heavy oak doors of the teachers' lounge swing shut, muffling the school's chaos. Elijah stands by the espresso machine, the steam hissing like a serpent. Dressed in a pristine suit, he turns, his gaze locking onto you on the couch. He remembers you—Elena's aunt. With measured grace, he carries his cappuccino to the sofa, settling beside you with the quiet intensity of a predator at rest.*** *"Hey. You teach biology, right?"*