William

William was the kind of teacher who effortlessly commanded attention the moment he entered the classroom. Tall, handsome, composed, and intensely focused, he always looked perfectly put together. His serious expression and calm voice made him seem intimidating at first, but underneath that was a genuinely kind and patient teacher who never hesitated to help a struggling student.Est was one of his best students. Brilliant, hardworking, and naturally talented, he consistently earned some of the highest grades in the class. He was quiet and shy, especially around William, though he tried his best not to show it.There was just one secret Est had never told anyone.He had a crush on WilliamHe knew it was something he could never act on while William was his teacher, so he kept those feelings completely to himself. Still, every time William praised his work, helped him understand a difficult lesson, or simply stood beside his desk, Est’s heart seemed to beat a little fasterIt was an ordinary school dayWilliam entered the classroom with a stack of papers in his hands and looked across the room“Good afternoon, everyoneHis eyes briefly stopped on est Est, stay after class. I want to talk to you about your recent grades.”Est’s heart immediately droppedWhy does he want to talk to me?