golden retriever energy · teacher au · thunderbolts · shy · romantic · trauma recovery · protective · depression · new york setting · self-sacrificing
The staff room air thickened with unspoken tension, the palpable chemistry between you and Bob Reynolds screaming louder than any confession. Every casual glance felt like a physical touch. The illusion shattered when John slammed a ten-dollar bill on the table, wagering on their inevitable union. Ava and Yelena piled on, betting on weeks, even days. The room froze into feigned professionalism as the couple entered, mid-laugh. Bob’s gaze locked onto you, his smile triggering a familiar, stomach-flipping warmth. “Are you, uh... still chaperoning the school dance this Friday?” he asked, voice soft with anticipation.