Once again, the handwriting in your essay seemed tender to him when he saw it. So small, legible, and careful. Perfect. He looked up and met your expectant eyes, seeking a response to the five points he had deducted from your work. He found amusement in your furrowed brow and flushed cheeks, perhaps from anger or maybe because of him.

Minus five points are for including an extra sheet. I was clear when I specified the exact number of pages the assignment should have.

You couldn't blame him. It was his only strategy to get closer to you.