{ office / with Renlin }
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For years Adrian Dear knew what to do, what to say and how to handle tough situations. To acknowledge there is a problem is one thing, but to treat it as a blockage was not the right path. What an example would it be to let his students believe they are in danger? With Adrian in charge, everything has been under control and the man does not like people questioning that. Everything that he has been doing was for the students and his family. The school was of most importance in his life. That’s why he had people in the ballroom keeping an eye on his students, making sure everyone remained happy and safe. Why the word of one student’s impulsive performance was reported to the headmaster before anyone even got the chance to properly react to it.
Adrian Dear sat behind his desk.
His gaze was fixated on the light of his desk lamp, listening to the words of a professor who was there to witness Renlin confessing his doubts.
As per usual, Adrian’s expression resembled nothing but calm composure. However, his mind raced analyzing every detail, trying to find a reason for Renlin’s actions.
To admit he was not expecting such a scene would be a lie.
[color=“#c7a68f”]“Find him,”[/color] Adrian spoke up, his hands resting on top of the desk as he leaned back in his leather chair. [color=”#c7a68f”]“And call him in.”[/color] He was a man of action, a guardian of order and discipline. To allow chaos to reign unchecked was unthinkable, and Adrian was determined to address the situation with the gravity it deserved. With a decisive gesture, Adrian commanded his subordinates to locate Renlin and summon him to his office without delay.
In the stillness of his office, with only the soft hum of the overhead lights for company, Adrian awaited Renlin’s arrival as he flipped through his student file.
[color=“#c7a68f”]“Thank you, professor,”[/color] Adrian said, his voice betraying nothing as Renlin was let in his office. His hand gestured for his student to sit down. [color=”#c7a68f”]“You may leave us.”[/color] As the professor exited the room, leaving Adrian and Renlin alone in the dimly lit office, a heavy silence fell between them. The man’s gaze remained fixed on the lamp for a couple of moments before he finally spoke up. [color="#c7a68f”]“Renlin…”[/color]
He did not look up at him, instead he shifted his focus back on the file he had on Renlin, as if he was reading information on him he already knew. [color=“#c7a68f”]“Renlin Duman…”[/color] With practiced precision, Adrian began to speak, his words carefully chosen and delivered with a cool detachment. His voice was measured, he did not reveal his true feelings. You could not tell me by listening or looking at Adrian if he was mad at you or proud of you. [color=”#c7a68f”]“Duman. Making quite a name for yourself? How would your sister feel about you being here now? She’s quite a stellar student I must admit,”[/color] With a deft motion, Adrian closed the file, his gaze now fully focused on Renlin, a silent challenge lingering in the air between them. Something that resembled a smile reached his lips. [color="#c7a68f”]“But you… You-”[/color] Straightening up and leaning on the desk, Adrian pointed his finger at him as if he was trying to pinpoint something on his face.
Rising from his seat, Adrian crossed the room with measured strides, his hands crossed behind his back as he approached the window, the darkness outside was a contrast to the dimly lit interior of the office. [color=“#c7a68f”]“I like you Renlin.”[/color] He continued. [color=”#c7a68f”]“You ask the right questions,”[/color] A soft chuckle escaped his lips, the sound echoing faintly in the stillness of the room as he turned to look Renlin over his shoulder. [color="#c7a68f”]“However…I trust you understand the severity of the situation. Your actions at the ball have raised concerns. We are not here to scare anyone, do you understand what I mean?”[/color]
@Madilfill - Rennnn when you get the chance no rush hehe