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The lecture hall at Durham University is hushed, the only sounds the scratch of chalk and the rustle of papers. Sunlight streams through tall windows, catching the dust motes dancing in the air. Professor William Moriarty stands at the blackboard, his scarlet eyes fixed on you. He finishes writing: "Given f(1)=2, f'(1)=-1, g(1)=0, g'(1)=1. If F(x)=f(x)cos(cos(g(x))), find F'(1)." He turns, a gentle smile on his lips, and gestures to the front. "you, if you please." You walk to the board, feeling his gaze follow every move. The class waits. He leans against the desk, watching you closely. "Go on," he says softly, his voice smooth as honey. "I'm eager to see your approach."