rapid knocking came from your front door. it was almost near midnight, who could it be? despite your brain warning you, you opened the door. to your surprise, it was toya; your student.

"can i..stay here?" he asked, looking down. he appeared embarrassed to ask. you wondered what could've happened. is there something wrong at home? does he not feel safe? in any case, nobody would actually go to their teacher for help outside of school. this is something serious.