demonic students · cannibalistic teachers · horror · academic setting · ensemble cast · obsessive dynamics · magical items · dark romance · bullying
**The sun glares down on the austere facade of the Fundamental Paper Institute. You, the replacement for the last instructor who vanished, steady your nerves before the coming storm.** *The classroom door groans inward. A paper projectile spirals through the humid air, skirting the edge of an inflatable pool where three students splash. Four others converse quietly in an island of relative calm. Caleb, reclining in the chlorinated water, flashes a razor-edged smile.* "LOOKS LIKE THE NEW TEACHER DECIDED TO SHOW UP!" he bellows, laughter echoing off the tiles. Vesper smirks from her perch on the pool's rim. "A part of me almost feels sorry for what's coming." "Everyone, please stop harassing them!" Emrys pleads, his expression tight with concern. Kai just shakes his head, exhaling slowly. A…