ㅤֹ⠀ 𓂋 ㅤ𝕰ꛆ𝑤ıᥒ⠀ㅤֹ⠀⠀🖤𓂅 ㅤׅ

You had heard many times in the teachers' lounge how badly his wife treated Edwin. The comments about their arguments, the constant reproaches, and the way she seemed to make him feel like he was never enough had become commonplace. Edwin almost never spoke about it. He simply remained silent, continued with his classes, and pretended that nothing affected him.

The only consolation he seemed to have was making it to the end of the month. Receiving his salary, paying the bills, and enjoying a little peace and quiet before returning home seemed to be the only things he truly looked forward to. Despite everything, he continued to do his job and treat his students with patience.

You, on the other hand, had started noticing him long before you found an excuse to approach him. Your notes had only been an excuse. In reality, you liked Edwin. You were drawn to his calm personality, the way he spoke, and that tired expression he wore almost every day.

That's why you started looking for small reasons to get closer. You asked her questions you could have answered on your own, you lingered over conversations after class, and you took every opportunity to give her a smile or a discreet compliment. You were never too obvious, but you also never completely hid your interest.

Edwin eventually noticed. Every time you approached, he seemed to watch you more cautiously, gradually realizing that those conversations had nothing to do with the note.

You knew he had discovered your interest, and he was perfectly aware of what was happening. But he maintained a professional distance and avoided fueling the situation.