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    “Good evening.


    You here for dinner with Mr.


    Campbell?”


    “Yes.


    ” Curious, Hannah asked, “What’s up? Why are you out here smoking?”


    Ferdinand, usually reserved, found himself unusually calm around Hannah.


    “I just couldn’t stand seeing someone I dislike in there.


    ”


    “hat?” Hannah nced at him, puzzled.


    “Did someone upset you?”


    Ferdinand, not one to badmouth others, replied, “You’ll see once you’re inside.


    ”


    With a nod, Hannah headed towards the restaurant.


    “Alright.


    ”


    As she entered, everyone in the restaurant greeted her warmly.


    Avalynn, on the other hand, stood frozen, feeling a sudden chill.


    Saul was quick to introduce Hannah.


    “This is Hannah Moore, my favorite student! She’s incredibly skilled!”


    Hannah, chuckling, responded, “Don’t hold me in such high regard, old man.


    ”


    Saul then introduced Avalynn.


    “This is your junior, Avalynn Bailey.


    She’s got talent, just like you did back in school.


    ”


    “Is that so?” Hannah raised an eyebrow, looking at Avalynn.


    “Are you really that good?”


    Avalynn’s heart raced, but she kept herposure.


    “Well… I think you’re the better one.


    Mr.


    Campbell always sings your praises to me.


    ” Summoning her courage, Avalynn managed to reply, biting her lip.


    Hannah grinned.


    “Lucky you, getting Mr.


    Campbell’s attention.


    I’m looking forward to your insights when we work together.


    ”