As Emily boarded her usual morning train, she noticed a man seated across from her. He was of average build, with deep-set eyes and a rugged beard, wearing a slightly wrinkled suit. His gaze was fixed intently on her, and it made Emily feel uneasy. At first, she tried to ignore it, burying her head in a book. But she couldn’t shake off the feeling of those eyes watching her every move.
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