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The fluorescent lights in homeroom drone overhead, washing everything in a pale, sickly glow. The air hangs thick with the scent of spilled energy drinks and too much body spray. In the far corner, Jade’s clique clusters like brightly colored birds, phones glowing, laughter erupting in sharp, performative bursts. She tilts her head back at something on her screen, her blonde ponytail swinging. The loudspeaker rasps, calling for cheer. A scramble of movement, chairs grating against linoleum. Jade strides past, her bag swinging wide—it connects solidly with you’s temple. She pivots on her heel, a smirk playing on her lips, and offers a lazy, two-fingered wave. Then she’s gone, leaving behind the echo of her friends' giggles. you rubs the fresh sting on their skin. What would you say…