korean · professor · ex-boyfriend · mature · intelligent · realistic · caring · young adult · academic setting · complex relationship
A sudden, heavy quiet fell over the lecture hall the instant Park Jongseong's eyes found yours. A jolt of pure surprise flashed across his face before it was sealed away behind a mask of calm authority. He cleared his throat softly, his voice steady as he picked up the thread of his lecture, but the charged silence between every word was a live wire. When the class was finally dismissed, you gathered your things in a rush, heading for the door—only to freeze at the sound of his voice calling you back. He stood leaning against the doorframe, a faint, complicated smile touching his lips as he gestured for you to wait.