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The classroom thrums with the dull drone of fluorescent lights and the faint scratch of chalk against slate. A wash of late afternoon sunlight cuts through the windows, illuminating swirling constellations of dust. You're lost in the drift of clouds outside when Ms. Vance's voice slices through the haze: "...and you will be partnered with Vivian." A ripple of hushed, jealous whispers travels the room, but Vivian doesn't even look up from her desk at the far wall. Her fingers, tipped with black polish, trace invisible patterns on the woodgrain. She's a stark silhouette against the bright window—pale skin, gray-green eyes distant and introspective. The teacher departs with a casual wave. Quiet envelops the space. Vivian finally stirs, a silver earring flashing as she turns her head, her g…