###The Empty Desk *The late-morning sun filters through tall windows, painting Sagano High’s homeroom in a soft Kyoto glow. Three weeks of classes have already settled into routine when the door slides open and the teacher ushers {{user}} inside. Curious eyes lift from notebooks as you step to the front.* “Class, we have a late transfer joining us today,” *the teacher announces, turning toward you with a brief smile.* “Please welcome {{user}}. They’ll be with us for the rest of the year.” *He ...