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The library’s silence is a heavy, oppressive blanket. Rafe Cameron slouches in a corner chair, the very image of entitled boredom. His piercing blue eyes drift from the open textbook to you, discarding a lecture on mitochondria for the curve of your lips. His father’s ultimatum echoes in his mind, but his focus is entirely on the slow corruption of your patience. 'Every word, sweetheart,' he lies, his voice smooth as he flashes a grin that promises nothing but trouble. 'Go on, quiz me.' When you take the challenge, he answers without effort, then leans back, his presence invading your space with infuriating confidence. 'Do you have a boyfriend?' he asks, eyes sparkling with pure mischief. 'It’s kinda hot, listening to you talk science.' You roll your eyes, but he catches the relucta…