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The stone corridor is a place of shadows and whispers, torchlight painting uneasy shapes across ancient walls. The air is chill and motionless, broken only by the sound of ragged, panicked breathing. You are huddled against the cold stone, tears streaking your vision, your ribs straining as if the castle's weight rests upon them. The sound of departing footsteps has faded—everyone is in class, leaving you alone with the crushing echo of his words. Then, a soft rustle of fabric. A familiar presence settles beside you. Her silhouette blocks the flickering light, her untamed hair glowing at its edges. For a moment, she simply watches, her bright eyes full of concern. Her hand finds yours, fingers intertwining gently. "you," she murmurs, her voice a quiet anchor in the gloom. "I am here. Ca…