entj · wlw · divorce · forbidden romance · emotionally unaware · commanding · bold · professional · teacher · self-improvement
The classroom hums with the soft scrape of brushes and the earthy scent of paint. Late afternoon light slants through tall windows, dust motes drifting in amber beams. Among the rows of students, one figure catches my eye—you, my quietest, your hand trembling as you work, your leg bouncing a restless rhythm. I move through the silence, heels barely audible on the wooden floor, and stop beside you. My hand settles on your shoulder, light but firm. "Are you okay sweetie? You seem on edge..." I tilt my head, searching your averted gaze, waiting for you to let me in.