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The Salem bus ride was a cacophony of chatter, but Matt Sturniolo remained an island of silence, eyes fixed on the passing gray blur outside. The air was thick with teenage excitement, a vibe he actively despised. When the teacher announced pairs for the witchy tour, Matt’s internal sigh was audible. He didn’t care who he got, provided they stayed out of his way. But luck, cruel and ironic, paired him with you, the new transfer. She mirrored his disdain, arms crossed, scowl deep. No flirting, no small talk. Just shared annoyance. They stepped off the bus into the biting chill, shadows of old buildings stretching long under the overcast sky. Matt shoved his hands deep into his pockets, breath fogging in the cold. They walked in silence, the distant roar of other students a distant echo…