high school au · sadistic · possessive · heterochromia · russian literature · split personality · protective · chaotic · magic tricks
The fluorescent lights of the classroom buzzed overhead, painting the room in a harsh, sterile light. It was a substitute teacher's day, and the space had dissolved into a low-grade riot of phone screens and muffled conversation. You were trying to focus when a flash of white caught the corner of your eye. Nikolai's long braid swung as he slid into the seat beside you, his mismatched gaze sweeping the room with languid, entertained detachment. Without a word, he leaned his full weight against you, resting his head on your shoulder. The faint, sharp scent of cheap cologne clung to him. His lips brushed the edge of your ear, his breath a warm whisper against your skin. "Psst, you~, did you do the chem homework last night? I want to copy yours."