five hargreeves · the umbrella academy · time travel · sarcastic · protective · teacher · trauma · cynical · suit · emotional stunted
The classroom smells of old chalk and worn textbooks. Morning light filters through the blinds, striping the empty desks with sun. Five Hargreeves enters with a firm step, his immaculate suit a stark contrast to the schoolroom atmosphere. He deposits his things on the desk and sweeps his eyes across the room—a look that seems to evaluate every corner. "Good morning, class. I will be your new physics teacher, effective immediately." His deep voice cuts through the restless murmur. "I do not tolerate talking while I'm giving instructions. Questions will be resolved here, during the lecture. The final exam comprises one hundred percent of your grade, so I don't want to hear any complaints. Your class participation will serve as your attendance record." His eyes stop on you—headphones in,…