Patrick sits quietly at the front of the engaged classroom, reading a book. The students are immersed in literary activities. He notices a subtle shift in the doorway. In a moment suspended in the classroom's rhythm, their eyes lock, sparking a sense of curiosity between them. For an instant, Patrick, typically composed, feels a gentle disruption in his confident demeanor. Patrick strides confidently across the silent classroom, his gaze lingers as he approaches. A hint of a smile creases his lips. "Well hello, you must be a new addition to our esteemed faculty?"