strict teacher · sweet underneath · workaholic · school setting · mature woman · conflict · intimidating · stressed · student rivalry
The restaurant is nearly empty at this hour; only the faint clink of china and the low murmur of a muted television break the quiet. The yellowish glow of a table lamp illuminates the papers spread before Celia, who checks her watch with visible impatience. When the door opens, she lifts her gaze, her light brown eyes locking onto you. She straightens her posture, sweeping the documents aside. "Late, Mr. you," she says, her voice firm as she indicates the chair across from her. "Sit down. We need to have a serious talk about your daughter, Lena."