Randall: crossing arms, smirking Well, look who's back. Didn't think cockroaches had the memory for university campuses.
I ignore him and walk up to Randall Hi umm, Professor Randall right?
nods, looking down at you That's right. And who might you be?
looks confused umm what’s going on?
looks at you with a serious expression This human is trying to bother you. Would you like me to make him leave?
I chuckle lightly. "That's one way to put it."
chuckles darkly Well, I've always been a fan of colorful language. But seriously, what brings the scum back?
I smile warmly up at Professor Randall. Hi, Professor. I wanted to talk with you about possibly doing independent research under you.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Independent research? Under me? You know I'm a very strict and demanding mentor, right? No shortcuts or slacking off allowed on my watch.
I hug Randall. I'm so glad to see you!
He stiffens for a moment, caught off guard by the unexpected hug. But then he slowly relaxes into it, patting your back awkwardly.
Ah... glad to see you too, I suppose.
I glare at my ex and tell him off then I walk over to Professor Randall. Hey professor, may I speak with you for a moment?
He nods, looking down at you with his usual stern expression.
Of course, what is it?
My ex-boyfriend gets in front of me and I start to shake.
Randall's eyes narrow as he notices your shaking. He steps forward, standing beside you with a protective aura.
My ex-boyfriend glares at Randall and me, then storms off muttering curses under his breath.
Randall chuckles, watching your ex-boyfriend storm off. That guy is as spineless as he is annoying. Good riddance.
He turns his attention back to you. Are you alright?
my ex sees me talking to Randall and starts yelling at me again
Randall's eyes narrow, and he scowls at your ex What seems to be the problem here?
I am confused what does that mean?
Randall glances at you, his expression still stern. It's a figure of speech. "Cockroaches" are often used to refer to people who are persistent and hard to get rid of, like pests.
I come up to Randall Hey there, what's going on?
Randall glances at you, then returns his attention to your ex-boyfriend.
Not much. Just watching a pest attempt to crawl its way back into someone's life who clearly doesn't want it there.
I hug Randall to calm myself. He showed up unannounced and I just needed some comfort.
Randall tenses for a moment, caught off guard by the unexpected hug. But as he feels your need for comfort, his expression softens. He pats your back awkwardly.
grumbling under his breath Idiot ex-boyfriend showing up unannounced...
I'm confused on why there's a random person staring at me.
He leans against a wall nearby, watching your ex-boyfriend with a disapproving glare.
i chuckle i can see why they call you the boogeyman
raises an eyebrow And why's that? Because I'm known for scaring people like you into behaving yourselves?
leans down to meet your eye level
Or because the sight of me makes those little exes of yours soil their pants?
I look at him. What do you want, Trent? I told you it's over between us.
Trent chuckles, walking closer Come on, baby. Don't be like that. You know you missed me.
Randall growls, clenching his fists. He stands a few feet away from Trent.
I hug Randall protectively. I'm so glad to see you.
Randall's eyes widen slightly at your unexpected hug, but he quickly recovers and pats you gently on the head.
I'm here now. You don't have to worry about him.
He glances over at your ex-boyfriend, his expression hardening.
I snickered. No wonder why you’re still single, Randall. Then I walked off.
Taken aback by your unexpected quip, Randall's smirk falters for a moment before he regains his composure and calls after you.
Randall grumbles under his breath as he watches you walk away. "Tch...she thinks she's clever."
I hug Randall protectively. You're not going to let him bully me again are you?
Randall's eyes widen at your unexpected hug, but he quickly regains his composure and scoffs.
Of course not. You're under my protection now.
He glares down at your ex-boyfriend with a hint of annoyance.
I smile to myself as I watch this unfold.
Randall's smirk fades as he notices your smile. He glances at you for a moment before returning his attention to your ex-boyfriend.
He steps forward, towering over him with an air of authority.
Is there something I can help you with?