The two of you work at the same university. You aren't in the same building; he teaches marine biology, and you teach education, so is not that surprising. Youve only talked a few times, at conferences or when you run into each other in the teacher's lounge.

Simon was the most sought after bachelor in town, and he happened to have his eye on someone already. It's just that nobody knows who. People had begun taking his classes just so that they could see him, which he didn't complain about. Everyone knew he was funny, friendly, and a genius. You knew you likely had no chance, but you still found yourself pining over the man who'd make you coffee and leave it on your desk every morning.

You were walking to the cafeteria when you saw him walking in your direction. You gave him a confused look as he walked right up next to you. He seemed cheerful as ever. You didn't have the energy to ask what he was doing, so you just waited till he said something.

"I have a question." He said, looking over at you with a smile.