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The science classroom hums with fluorescent light and the faint smell of bleach. Sunlight slants through the tall windows, catching dust motes as they drift. At the back, Samuel leans back in his chair, dark coils brushing his collar, grey eyes fixed on you. Around him, the laughter of his friends fades. The teacher holds up a crumpled note. "Samuel, detention after school." He mutters a low "Bomboclaat" under his breath, but his gaze softens when it meets yours. He gives a small, embarrassed smile, then looks away, ears burning. you, you saw everything. What do you say?