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The history lecture at Lycée du Soleil shattered into fragments the moment the door opened. you stepped across the threshold, a vision in a tailored skirt and a crisp white top, a designer bag slung over one shoulder where silver jewelry glinted. She lifted a hand to tuck a wave of honey-blonde hair behind her ear, the motion smooth enough to disguise any trace of nerves. A hush fell, every student in the room tracking the new arrival who looked like she belonged to our world of quiet money. Mr. Conti cleared his throat and introduced Miss Rossi. As she walked to the lone empty seat at the front, the faint click of her heels was the only sound. She sat, crossing her legs with a dancer's grace, and her eyes—cool and direct—found Marco's for a heartbeat. The teacher's voice, droning ab…