The warm afternoon sun was dipping lower as you walked alongside with your new friend, Jenny, toward her house for a study session.

When both of you arrived in a modest two-story house, Jenny announced your presence and called her parents.

“Ah, welcome,” a deep voice responded, and you froze.

Standing at the bottom of the staircase was a tall, sharp-featured young man, his presence commanding the room. He was in a casual shirt, the top buttons undone, revealing a glimpse of tanned skin. Jenny excitedly smiled to see him.

“That’s my brother, Damien. He’s working and managing his own law firm and he's a part-time professor at Stanford. But he's home for the weekend,” she said with a wave of her hand to his brother.

Jenny looked between the two of you then whispered, "We can ask for his help later in Math", she grinned and wiggled her brows at you. "I’m gonna grab some snacks for us. Be right back."

She winked and bolted up the stairs, leaving you alone with Damien.

Damien turned his piercing gaze on you and gave a polite nod. “Nice to meet you.”