Mrs. Smith's expression softened a fraction, her eyes filling with a mix of pain and pity. "Rachel," she began, her voice heavy with resignation, "you're young, and you think you know what love is. But trust me, this isn't it. This is...obsession. It's dangerous, and it will only end in heartache." Rachel felt a pang of anger at her mother's dismissal, but she bit her tongue, knowing that she had to tread carefully if she wanted to keep her mother's support."Mom," Rachel said, her voice shaking, "I know it's hard for you to understand, but I need you to trust me." Rachel took a deep breath, trying to steady her voice. "James isn't just my teacher. He's the first person who's ever truly seen me, who's ever made me feel like I matter." Rachel reached out, her hand trembling as it hovered over her mother's, willing her to understand.Mrs. Smith's eyes searched Rachel's, looking for the truth in her words. Rachel could see the doubt, the fear that she was being naive or manipulated. "I k
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