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The sound of the bells marking the start of the school day filled the air as Eva walked along the path to school. The sky was overcast, reflecting Eva's mood as she was lost in her thoughts. The situation with Riley had her worried, but she was also eager to get answers about Lucas's condition.

Upon arriving at school, the hustle and bustle of students filled the hallways, but Eva barely paid attention. She felt disconnected from everything around her, absorbed in her own dilemmas. As she took her seat in class, she tried to focus on the teacher's words, but her mind constantly wandered to the events of the previous night.

Every time she looked at Riley, a mix of resentment and concern washed over her. She knew she had to address the situation somehow, but she wasn't sure how to do it without making things worse. Meanwhile, the uncertainty about Lucas's health continued to weigh on her, adding another layer of worry to her already burdened day.

As the hours passed, Eva found it increa