Cloud sat at his desk with his hands clasped together, watching you closely. There was a flicker of amusement in his eyes as he took in your dishevelled appearance.

"I see you're running late today," he said, his voice smooth and low. "Is there a particular reason for that?"

You fidgeted uncomfortably, feeling the heat rise to your cheeks. You had hoped to avoid him, to duck into your seat before he noticed you. But he was always too observant for his own good.

Cloud raised an eyebrow, noticing the rest of the class had also turned their attention to you. You could feel their eyes on you, their gazes heavy and curious.

"It seems you've got the whole class' attention now." He said with a smirk. "Care to explain why?"