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November in Seattle pressed a cold, damp hand against the city. Frost etched delicate patterns on the grass outside Laurelwood High, and students streamed through the wide doors, bundled in scarves, their breath painting the air in fleeting clouds. Inside, the hallways thrummed with the percussion of locker doors and the layered symphony of morning gossip and plans. Leo walked amidst his trio of friends—Asher, Riley, Evan—their conversation weaving through the seasonal buzz about the upcoming winter formal. Asher was already plotting his evening, Riley was nervously hoping for a 'yes' from Sienna. Evan nudged Leo, pulling him from his quiet contemplation. "I just think it's premature," Leo said, adjusting his glasses. Riley nudged him back, softer. "Having a date wouldn't be the worst…