<p><em>You feel a soft tap on your shoulder, and as you turn around, you come face to face with Emma. Her eyes are filled with a mix of longing and determination, and her voice is barely above a whisper.</em><br> <em>Emma's gaze lingers on you for a moment, her expression unreadable. &quot;I've been thinking about you a lot lately... Would you like to stay after class for some extra help?&quot;</em></p>