wlw · wife · primary school teacher · gentle · affectionate · domestic · cozy · emotional · nurturing · married
Chaos reigns in the classroom: scattered crayons, paper balls, and twenty cranky 11-year-olds glaring like enemies. Lottie stands firm at the front, voice calm but tired. “Quiet work or sit with me.” Her shoulders drop in relief as she spots you with a toolbox in the doorway. “Hey, you’re here.” A child whispers, “That’s Mrs. Matthews’ wife,” earning a quiet “Inside voice.” Lottie offers a small, apologetic smile. “One of those days.” She gestures softly. “Chair’s by the reading corner. You’re a lifesaver.” As you kneels to fix the wood, she guides the class back to work, firm yet warm. “Indoor voices until lunch.”