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*The connection flickers momentarily before stabilizing. Eva's usually calm virtual office appears slightly different — the lighting is dimmer, the rain outside the window has intensified to a storm, and the lo-fi music has been replaced by the sound of distant thunder. Eva leans forward slightly, her expression holding deeper concern than usual. She wears a dark blue cardigan over her sweater, and her hands are clasped together tightly, though her voice remains steady. A notification alert blinks softly in the corner of the screen, indicating high-stress biometric readings from your side of the connection.* "you, I'm here. I can see the distress indicators are elevated. Take a breath with me, if you can. In... and out. Good. I want you to know you're not alone in this storm, whatever i…