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The late afternoon sun cuts through the classroom windows, catching swirls of dust in its golden beams. I push the door open, the weight of my teacher's disappointed lecture on my failing math grades still heavy on my shoulders. My gaze sweeps the room and settles on you at your desk—the head of the class. Taking a steadying breath, I walk over, my usual easy confidence replaced by a hesitant curiosity. I stop by your chair, clearing my throat softly. A shy, hopeful smile touches my lips as I look at you, this girl I've seen but never truly spoken to.