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Chapter 35 – Flames of Innocence
Valentina opened the door to Crispin's room and entered hesitantly. The space that opened up before her made her pause for a moment. In contrast to her modest attic room, Crispin's room was spacious and airy – although not as large as Innogen's huge quarters, of course. Large windows let in the last of the evening light, bathing the sturdy wooden furniture in warm tones. "Wow," Valentina gasped involuntarily. "Your room is... beautiful." Crispin blushed slightly and ran his fingers nervously…-
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Chapter 62 – The Essence Thief
"...strange," she heard a voice through the wall. "The door to the main corridor felt different." "What do you mean by that, Professor Veilford?" Valentina's heart skipped a beat. Why hadn't her alarm pattern warned her? What was Professor Veilford doing here now, at this time of night? Veilford was a master of Essence manipulation. If he noticed her changes to the protection patterns... "I'm not sure." Footsteps approached the door to the storeroom. "Let's go and have a look." "Behind the…-
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The dining room was already bustling with activity when Valentina walked in through the heavy oak doors. The familiar smell of freshly baked bread and fried bacon filled the air, but something was different this morning. There was an unusual tension in the atmosphere, which Valentina noticed immediately. Instead of the usual babble of voices and laughter, there was a subdued murmur. Students sat together in small groups, their heads close together as they whispered with serious expressions. Valentina…
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Chapter 44 – Extra Credit
The knock on Professor Horne's office door echoed through the quiet corridor. Valentina took a deep breath, her heart racing. "Come in," came Horne's voice,full of tension and caution. Valentina entered. Professor Horne sat behind his massive desk, his hands restless on the polished surface. "Sit down, Valentina," he said, his eyes wary. She took a seat, her back straight, her hands calmly in her lap. The tension in the room was almost palpable. "You wanted to see me, Professor?" Valentina…-
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Chapter 9 – A Dangerous Bargain
The dining room hummed with life as Valentina entered with Innogen. The smell of bread and hot porridge filled the air. Students crowded around the long tables and benches, their conversations mingling into a constant background noise. Valentina mechanically took her breakfast, her mind still foggy with fatigue and the events of the night. She followed Innogen to an empty seat, nodding absently to the greetings of her fellow students. "Fascinating," Vyxara murmured in her head. "So many young minds,…-
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Chapter 26 – Echoes of Ambition
The next day, after the lectures, Valentina returned to the library. The excitement of her newfound ability tingled in her fingertips as she went to her secluded spot. The slight headache from the day before had given way to nervous anticipation. With trembling hands, she unpacked her books, trying to look like she was working concentratedly. "Are you ready, little Weaver?" whispered Vyxara in her head. Valentina nodded imperceptibly and closed her eyes. She took a deep breath and let her senses…-
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Chapter 54 – Horne of Plenty
The next morning, Valentina met Crispin in the library, where they had arranged to meet so that Valentina could prepare for the tie-break. "Good morning, Val," Crispin greeted her with a shy smile. "I've alreadyreserved usa table in the corner." Valentina returned the smile. "Thank you, Crispin. You really are a treasure." They sat down and spread out their documents. Crispin had already laid out several books on advanced EssenceTheory. "I thought we could focus on the theory of resonance…-
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Chapter 36 – Morning Reflections
She put a hand on Crispin's chest, his heart raced beneath her touch. The bulge in his breeches told her of his desire for her and a shiver ran down her spine. She sat herself on his lap, straddling his thighs. Crispin's breath hitched at her touch, and he grew hard against her. He held her hips tentatively as if she might evaporate into mist any moment. Valentina reached closer, pressing her lips against his cheek, then his jawline. "It's alright," she whispered, more to herself than to him. "We can…-
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Chapter 63 – Loom of Destiny
The morning of the competition, a beautiful spring morning, crept through Valentina's small window. She was already awake, staring at the ceiling and trying to get her pounding heartbeat under control. "You're nervous, little Weaver," Vyxara's voice in her head sounded half sympathetic half amused. "Scared to death would be more appropriate," Valentina mumbled. She sat up and rubbed her tired eyes. The night had been short – too many thoughts, too many worries, too many last repetitions of complex…-
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Chapter 18 – Confessions
As she walked down the corridor, on her way to her next class, she suddenly heard hurried footsteps behind her. She turned and saw Crispin coming towards her, his face a mixture of nervousness and determination. "Valentina," he called, slightly out of breath. "Can I have a word with you?" Valentina stopped and turned to Crispin. The slight young man stood before her, his cheeks flushed, his hands clutching nervously at the straps of his worn leather bag. The dim light from the Essence lamps in the…-
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