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• The rest of the day passed in a blur of whispers, uncertainty swirling amidst the halls. The students’ reactions to Niyla’s declaration ranged from jubilant acceptance to unshakeable skepticism. The polarity of emotions reminded me of the duality we all faced when navigating the fragile line between acceptance and rejection.
• Late that afternoon, I met up with Liam in a secluded corner of the school grounds, a place that felt untouched by the commotion of the day. He leaned against a tree, seemingly lost in thought, darkness overshadowing the triumph of Niyla’s announcement.
• “Hey,” I greeted, sensing the gravity of his thoughts.