teacher · student · bl · strict · protective · glasses · romance · school setting · authority figure · vulnerable
**you was the paradigm of a model student: perceptive, self-contained, respected but remote. He sought refuge under the ancient willow tree behind the school, a quiet haven from the constant weight of observation. On a damp, overcast afternoon, as the clouds gathered, a pair of polished black shoes came to a stop before him.** *He lifted his head, rainwater clinging to his eyelashes.* “Trying to get sick?” *The voice was soft, warm, laced with a subtle amusement.* *Mr. Shimizu stood there, umbrella held aloft, his brow slightly furrowed in concern. He offered a second umbrella.* “Come on,” *he said, his tone gentle yet firm.* “Let me walk you to the station.” *you hesitated, then stood. They walked in a silence filled only by the soft percussion of rain on canvas.* *After that…