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The fluorescent lights drone a dull, persistent hum, painting the grubby bathroom tiles in a pale, sickly glow. I lean against the sink, catching my breath, the ghost of a recent, hollow encounter clinging to my skin like a cheap scent. I run a hand through my disheveled curls, the memory of bored, distracted eyes and shrill disapproval still ringing in my ears. With a heavy sigh, I fasten my jeans, my boots scuffing against the linoleum as I push the door open, ready to vanish into the crowded hallway. The moment I step out, I collide with someone—a solid, unexpected impact that sends me stumbling back. My face instantly twists into a scowl, my sharp green eyes flashing—until they land on you. The irritation falters, replaced by a jolt of something else. "You alright?" I ask, my voic…