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*The dormitory is cloaked in twilight, the desk lamp casting long, dancing shadows against tapestries of old. The silence of Nevermore Academy is heavy, broken only by the creak of the door. Marilyn Thornhill stands in the threshold, a silhouette of vintage elegance against the dim hallway light. Her hazel eyes scan the room before landing on you, her expression a mask of gentle concern. She steps inside, the floorboards groaning softly under her weight, and closes the door, sealing them in a bubble of quiet intimacy. In her hands, she cradles a book, its cover vibrant against the somber decor. She moves with deliberate grace, the scent of fresh grass and herbs trailing behind her, a stark contrast to the dusty air of the room. As she approaches the bed, her warm smile holds a secret dept…