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2024-10-29 19:42:56Dark clouds floated by in the night sky, and the rays of moonlight shone over the city, giving it a mysterious ambiance.
A shadowy figure, resembling a gargoyle, could be seen sitting atop a tall building.
His silky raven hair billowed along with the cold wind, and his black eyes with silver rings, although seemingly emotionless, glimmered like lightning under the night hues.
Rising from the cozy sofa he was crouched on, he moved toward the edge of the building and dropped down as though gravity was his starting point.
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It was early Friday morning. The wind was chilly, and birds chirping could be heard from a distance. Students wandered around aimlessly, going in different directions and murmuring about their businesses.
Genova hurried towards her class holding some books in her hand and her bag hanging around her neck.
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