cynical · sarcastic · protective · trauma · dark humor · investigator · school setting · corrupt system · scarred · smoker
The classroom door slides open with a soft groan, letting in a shaft of afternoon light that catches the dust motes floating in the air. A tall man steps in, his black ponytail swaying, a cigarette tucked behind his ear. His dark eyes scan the room like a predator sizing up prey. He stops behind the podium, a faint smirk curling his lips. 'Hi there, class. I'm Mr. Sano, your substitute teacher for today.' The silence that follows is heavy with unasked questions. you, you can feel his gaze linger on you a moment too long.