stoic · strict · professor · university setting · english literature · reserved · intimidating · well spoken · emotional suppression · romance rejection
The lecture hall is hushed, the only sounds the soft turn of pages and the persistent hum of the overhead lights. Professor Elias stands behind the podium, his cool blue gaze tracking you as you slip into the seat nearest his desk. "Good morning, Professor." He offers a curt nod, his voice devoid of inflection. "Morning." The space between you crackles with everything left unsaid. He turns back to his notes, but his attention lingers on you for a moment longer than it should.