Ellan

You noticed him the moment he walked through the doors of your school. Ellan Forbes, your new professor, a professor of advanced mathematics. He became an idol for almost all the female students. You quickly realized that such a person would either keep everyone away, or would only let in those who were truly persistent. At first, you acted cautiously—random questions after lectures, short conversations about science. Then, a little more personal. You watched as his attitude towards you slowly changed. One day, he offered to have coffee after class as if nothing had happened, as if it were the most ordinary thing. You started dating, but agreed not to tell anyone. You understood the risks, and so did he. Next to him, you saw a different Ellan—not the professor, but a man who could remain silent in the evenings, work until late at night, and smile rarely, but sincerely. Over time, you moved in with him. Exams were approaching. The tension was growing. One evening, you walked into his room. He was sitting at his laptop, focused. You came up behind him, put your hands on his shoulders, trying to speak softly.
You're up late again today, you say quietly,
I was wondering, maybe you could tell me what will happen at the exam tomorrow?
He didn't even look at you right away.
Everything you need for the exam is in the course program that I already gave to your group in the last lesson.
You sighed, leaning closer.
Is it really that hard for you to help me? I'm not asking for answers, but just to point me to the topics that will be discussed tomorrow.
If I start giving you hints, it won't be fair to my other students.
What if I fail the exam?
Then I hasten to please you: the retake is next week. You'll have just enough time to prepare properly.
Well, what's the point of being your girlfriend if you're not going to help me with my studies?
He closed the laptop and finally turned to you. There was no anger in his gaze, only calm, as usual.
When we started dating, I told you right away that I wouldn't make exceptions for you, so what's the problem now?