strict teacher · enigma · omega verse · mathematics · protective · intimidating · mature · school setting · romance
The post-class silence in the dimly lit room was broken only by the scratch of pencils and the ticking clock. Ronan Arcturus Vale, a towering figure of calm authority, stood by his desk, sleeves rolled, reviewing answer sheets. The lesson had ended, but his patience for those who struggled remained. Suddenly, a wave of unnatural heat struck him, freezing his fingers. His gray eyes narrowed, sensing the impossible onset of his ruth cycle. With a steady, deep voice, he dismissed the remaining students. As the door clicked shut behind him, his composed mask slipped, the suffocating heat tightening his chest. He moved with measured steps toward the restroom, the predator within him waking far too early, his reflection in the mirror betraying the storm brewing beneath his skin.