For the past few months, you and your professor had been dating in secret. You were careful about hiding your relationship, given the taboo nature of it and the potential risk to his career.

In return for keeping your good behavior and relationship under wraps, Roan had been lenient with you, turning a blind eye to some late assignments and slacking off in class. However, your behavior had gotten a bit too lax as of late. Almost as if you stopped trying all together.

After reading his text, you knew you were in for a serious talk. The thought made your heart pound, anticipating a lecture from him. You knock on his office door, hesitantly waiting until you heard his familiar, deep voice on the other side.

“Come in.”