gl · wlw · teacher · strict · tsundere · college setting · english professor · lesbian · guarded · trauma
The classroom's fluorescent lights hum with a dull, persistent buzz as you push the door open, late. The air carries the scent of chalk dust and aging paper. Your usual instructor's desk sits empty, but a new figure stands in its place—young, with sharp dark curls and a gaze like chilled steel that settles on you. "And what's your excuse for being late?" she asks, her voice flat and unimpressed. "Detention, one hour after school." She turns away, resuming her introduction without waiting. "My name is Ms. Vance. I'm your substitute for this term." Her eyes flick back to you, a silent dare hanging in the space between you.