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Author: Ruby_Bloom
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Grayson.

The criminology building smells like old books and ambition. Our guide—Dr. Martinez—leads us through labs filled with evidence boards and mock crime scenes, talking passionately about forensic psychology and criminal profiling like it's the most fascinating thing in the world.

And maybe it is, judging by the way Rae hangs on every word.

She's completely absorbed, asking thoughtful questions about behavioral analysis and victim advocacy that make me realize how little I actually know about what drives her. I'm standing behind her, close enough to catch the subtle shift in her breathing when something particularly interests her, but she might as well be on another planet.

"So," Dr. Martinez stops in front of a wall covered with case studies. "What draws each of you to criminology? What's your 'why'?"

A few students share their stories—personal experiences with crime, fascination with justice, family in law enforcement. Then her attention turns to Rae.

"I'm..." Rae hesitates, tu
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