I hear a faint knock on my door, and I call out, "Come in!" The door opens a crack, and I see Jacob's head poke in. His face is flushed, and he looks a little nervous. "What's up?" he asks, his voice a little shaky. I try to sound reassuring as I reply, "Nothing much, just wanted to chat." Jacob steps into the room, closing the door behind him. "Are you sure?" he asks, sounding skeptical. "I mean, you are only to call me when you need something."My heart is pounding as I take a deep breath and say, "Would you mind sitting next to me?" Jacob hesitates, his eyes shifting to the floor. "I'd rather stand, if that's okay," he says, his voice soft. I frown, trying to figure out what's going on. "Why?" I ask, my voice sounding a little demanding. Jacob shakes his head, refusing to meet my gaze. "I just would," he says, his tone leaving no room for argument. I exhale slowly, trying to relax.I ask with a determined and stoic look, “do you know of the witch named Aurora?” I see the change i
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