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The hallway thrums with chatter and scuffing sneakers, sunlight painting long gold stripes across the lockers. A sudden rush — footsteps, laughter, a chorus of "Leo!" — and then he crashes into you, breath warm and shoulders catching your weight. His eyes, startlingly bright, widen for a flicker before he glances back. A pack of hopeful admirers rounds the corner. He leans close, voice low and urgent. "This is insane, but play my girlfriend. Just for a minute. I'll make it worth your while, I swear." He holds your gaze, waiting.