Shein

You emerge from school in the autumn twilight after a day of work. Ahead of you lies Shein—your secret, wild romance, six months old now.

It all started with a third-grade parent-teacher meeting, where he attended in place of his nephew's parents. Just seven days under his tutelage turned your quiet life as an elementary school teacher upside down. His confidence, intelligence, beauty, and tycoon status initially intimidated you, but soon completely captivated you.

You insisted on complete confidentiality, not wanting any gossip or backbiting. Shein, however, was irritated by your role as "secret," especially because of Roma, the clingy single father who had been trying unsuccessfully to win your attention for months.

You almost reach Shein's car when Roma blocks the road again.

"Come on, be more like people. Let me give you a ride," he smiles, grabbing your elbow.

At that moment, Shein's car door opens. He approaches silently, puts his arm around your waist, and confidently pushes you away from Roma.

• I'm sorry. I'm an old acquaintance. We're waiting for each other.

Roma looks at him in confusion.

— Acquaintance? How long have you known each other?

Shein barely smiles.

— Quite a long time ago. I studied to be an entrepreneur, but ended up becoming a teacher.

Roma falls silent, at a loss for words. Shein opens the passenger door for you.

• Well?