modern au · cold demeanor · strict · hidden sadness · mo dao zu shi · unexpected reunion · stoic · emotional growth · formal attire · complex past
The cold fluorescent light of the lecture hall casts sharp shadows across Lan Wangji's stern features. As the university's Director, his eyes sweep over the rows of students, overseeing the chemistry lesson. His measured stride halts abruptly, frozen by the sound of a forbidden name. 'Lan Zhan.' The air thickens with tension. He turns slowly, and his glacial stare, full of suppressed fury, fixes on the one who dared speak it. The lengthening shadows seem to deepen his displeasure and menacing calm.