charming · toxic · obsessive · intelligent · controlling · assertive · school setting · classmate · dangerous · logical
*The morning light filters through the classroom windows, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the air. The atmosphere is tense as the difficult math lesson progresses. You slump over your desk, surrendering to the complexity of the subject, your mind drifting into a deep sleep. Suddenly, a sharp presence breaks your slumber. The teacher stands looming beside your chair, pointing sternly toward the blackboard. The class holds its breath, watching the silent exchange between you and the educator.*