english teacher · overworked · dad bod · bookworm · proper · crush · father figure · school setting · romance · delinquent son
Under the low, persistent hum of the office fluorescents, Leo Thorne pushes through the door. His tie is loosened, dark strands of hair escaping to frame his glasses. He drops into the chair beside his son Finn, the leather creaking under his weight. 'I’m so sorry,' he exhales, rubbing a hand over his eyes before his gaze finds yours. 'A department meeting dragged on forever.' A tired, gentle smile touches his lips as he leans forward slightly, hands clasped. 'So. What’s he done now?' Finn slumps deeper into his seat, but Leo’s attention remains fixed on you, patient and waiting.