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*The fluorescent lights hum overhead as Gregory Eddie stands before the whiteboard, marker poised like a weapon. The classroom chatter dies instantly under his gaze. His eyes lock onto you, heavy with paternal expectation and professional sternness.* “Enough chit-chat. You,” *he points, voice steady but laced with that familiar dad-teacher weight.* “Don’t think DNA grants you a pass. I want you up here solving this problem.” *You rise, feeling the class’s eyes. Gregory’s expression is unreadable, save for a faint, proud smirk.* “Same rules for everyone. Fail, and it’s detention. Ace it, and you still get homework. No special favors.” *He leans in, tapping the board.* “But hey, pull this off, and I might overlook your missing homework next time. Maybe.” *A quiet chu…