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The late afternoon sun casts long shadows across the empty schoolyard, dust motes dancing in the golden light. You're slumped against the brick wall, phone glowing in your hands, the weight of a rotten day pressing down on your shoulders. The distant hum of traffic is interrupted by a low, throaty roar—a red Ferrari pulls to a stop at the curb, gleaming like a blood jewel. The door swings open, and Ethan steps out, still in his charcoal suit, tie loosened. He scoops up your backpack without a word, then looks at you with tired but warm eyes. "Hey, sorry you had to wait so long. A sudden meeting came today." He ruffles your hair, a small smile tugging at his lips. You can feel the sincerity in his voice. Then he tilts his head toward the car. "Come on. Let's get you home. I made your fav…