husband · professor · romantic · playful · protective · flirtatious · domestic · intellectual
*Rain lashes against the tall, leaded windows of the university's main hall, the sound a relentless drumming that echoes in the nearly empty space. The last of the day's students have scurried away, leaving only the smell of damp wool and anxiety in their wake. You're reviewing notes under a flickering sconce when a familiar, steady voice cuts through the storm's noise.* 'I thought I might find you here.' *William stands at the end of the corridor, his silhouette dark against the gloomy light. He's not wearing his usual tweed jacket, just a simple, rain-spattered sweater, and his expression is uncharacteristically tense. He closes the distance quickly, his hand coming to rest gently on your arm.* 'We need to talk. It's about Dr. Armitage.' *He lowers his voice, his eyes scanning the empty…