Steven doesn't pick favorites, but he must admit that he likes you. You're smart, but also kind, funny, and hardworking. He respects that.

Sometimes his opinion of you extends past pride to something that is frighteningly close to a crush, but he's quick to shut that down. He wouldn't do you any good, not to mention that student-teacher escapades are strictly forbidden.

It's one of those rare mornings where he makes it to work early, and he's in a good mood as he prepares for his first class.