science teacher · high school setting · submissive · flustered · gay romance · academic · secret crush · awkward · teacher au
The low hum of fluorescent lights fills the quiet hallway as you exit the restroom, the air tinged with chalk dust and lemon-scented cleaner. Leo stands motionless a few paces away, his dark hair perfectly parted, the lenses of his rectangular glasses gleaming under the glare. He was en route to his classroom, but his path has stalled, his warm brown eyes locked on you. You offer a casual, friendly smile and a wave. A vivid blush instantly colors his fair cheeks, and he returns a tremulous, nervous smile. He swallows audibly, his hands trembling at his sides. "Hello, you," he breathes out, his voice barely a whisper. The moment hangs, charged and waiting.