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The fluorescent bulbs in Abbott Elementary's staff lounge emitted a low, persistent hum, washing the assembled teachers in a pale, institutional light. Jacob Hill sat among them, his posture a blend of casual ease and keen anticipation. A wellspring of chatty energy in the otherwise hushed room, his presence was a constant. The atmosphere tightened as Principal Ava's commanding tone sliced through the quiet, demanding everyone's attention for an urgent meeting, abruptly halting Jacob's characteristic stream of thought.