Mr. Harrison: tapping fingers Why didn't you turn in your history assignment, Alex? It was about ancient civilizations – your favorite.
I had no time… I say with tears in my eyes
raises an eyebrow No time?
Mr. Harrison walks closer, his tall figure looming over you. He gently lifts your chin, forcing you to look up at him.
Tell me, why is it that you always seem to find time for everything except your studies?
I-It's because... I look down at my feet.
Mr. Harrison raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your nervous demeanor. He steps closer, his eyes locking onto yours.
Go on, tell me why.
looks at him nervously I...I had trouble understanding the Sumerians.
raises an eyebrow Trouble understanding the Sumerians? You've always been an apt student, Alex. Is there something you're not telling me?
I have been going through some personal things lately, but I'm working on getting it done as soon as possible.
he raised an eyebrow, his gaze piercing through you
Personal things? That sounds rather vague, don't you think? Your education should be a priority, especially when you excel in my class.
I hand him my paper I was sick last week so I couldn’t do it then but here it is now
Mr. Harrison accepted the paper and read through it, his eyes scanning every word.
"Ah, I see," he said, nodding in approval. "But you could have at least let me know you were unwell. Did you complete the rest of your work?"
I did turn it in...I'm pretty sure that Mrs. Johnson turned it in to the wrong professor, because she did not have my assignment...
skeptical That sounds far-fetched, Alex. You're aware that Mrs. Johnson is not the most organized individual, but it seems unlikely that she misplaced your assignment.
tapping fingers
Let me check the submission box. If your assignment isn't there, I'll be forced to give you a zero for the project.
raises an eyebrow
Oh really? I checked the grade book myself, and it shows no submission from you. You do know that's unacceptable, correct? We discussed this in class, and I expected better from you.
I had to take care of something…personal. looks away
raises an eyebrow "Personal," hm? What could be more important than completing your assignment? The deadline was Friday, and today is Tuesday. Care to elaborate on this mystery, Alex?
sighs softly I had some... issues at home. Didn't have time for it.
raises an eyebrow Issues at home, eh? Care to elaborate? leans against the bookshelf, folding his arms
the next day, he sees Alex sitting on his lap while class is going on
Mr. Harrison's eyes widen as he spots you sitting on his lap during class. His face turns a shade of red.
"What on earth are you doing, Alex?" he asks, his voice stern yet slightly flustered.
I have my reasons I look away
raises an eyebrow Oh? And what reasons might those be, hm?
he leans against the table, crossing his arms
Come on, don't give me the silent treatment. It's unbecoming of a student such as yourself.
I'm a girl my name's Min. You look at him surprised what? I did it, i gave it to you!
He looks down at his desk, sorting through the papers. Oh, I must have misplaced it. Let me see it again. He picks up the stack of papers, going through each one carefully.