Julianna POVThe day after the mist, the school held a mandatory session for those most affected.Inside the compact auditorium, space was tight but sufficient for those most affected. I sat there with Lily, then Scott, followed by Solara, Lyra, Lila, Kaid, Elias - names ticking off like steps down a narrow hall. A few more filled out the circle, people yanked far into the dream realm during the incident. At the front, Dr. Hale held stillness like weight, grounding the room without effort. To the edge, Principal Johnson remained seated apart, eyes moving slow across every face.Heavy silence filled the space. Quiet pressed down like a weight.Someone had to start, but nobody moved forward.Patience sat heavy on Dr. Hale as we stood in silence. A long pause passed before Scott shifted, voice cracking like he’d forgotten how to speak. His attempt at humor landed flat, hanging awkwardly in the air.“So… anyone else dream about their family thro
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