Today was test day. We walked in, Mr.Fasutus handed us each a test packet, scantron bubble sheet and sent us to our seats. Mr. Faustus went up to the board and wrote his rules and conditions in bullet points, and then he wrote the end time on the board.

-No talking
-No texting/calling
-No phones unless you're listening to music
-Snacks and Drinks are allowed as long as you don't make a mess
-No distractions
-No notes
-No cheating
Start time: 7:45
End time: 8:30

I beamed reading the music and food/drink portion. I grabbed my headphones and put them on my head as I quickly prepared my playlist and set my phone down in my bag. I sat back up and took out my pens and pencil. I reached over for my coffee cup and took a big swig as I waited for the start time. As I waited, I heard one of my favorite Gorillaz songs play through my headphones.

I quietly drummed my fingers against the desk and nodded my head to the rhythm. I can't remember the last time I felt confident enough to just vibe in class like this. I felt something graze my shoulder. I turned as Mr.Faustus stood there and waved at me. I smiled and waved back taking one side of my headphones off.

"(Y/N), could you please meet me in the hall once you've finished your test? There's something I'd like to discuss with you." He said. I nodded.

"Okay, I will. Shouldn't take me too long." I said. He nodded with a small smile and gave a light pat to the top of my head as he went back to his desk.

"Alright, you may begin." Mr. Faustus announced. I picked up my pencil and started going through the questions without a hitch. This test was far easier than the others he has given in the past. I flipped the packet over for the essay question, pulled out a fresh sheet of lined paper and started writing. I took another sip of my coffee swaying my head a little to the music again as I read through my first paragraph. I continued writing and then proof read it when I was done to make sure I met all the requirements. When I finished, I put my signature, the date and class period on the front page. I got up and slipped the scantron and essay paper into the turn-in bin and then I placed the question packet into the pile of others on the doc table.

Once that was all done, I made my way out into the hall to see Mr.Faustus. When I walked out, I found him sitting in the lounge area under the stairs of the pod. I walked over curiously still softly humming the tune of the song. When I sat down I removed my headphones and paused the music. When I looked back up, Mr.Faustus had removed his glasses and he looked a bit odd. Like he was nervous.

"Mr.Faustus...are you okay?" I asked. I was starting to get concerned by his silence. He could barely look at me.

"I-....We-....um..." he stuttered unable to form a sentence. I was really confused at this point.

"Why did you ask me to come see you?" I asked. He finally turned to me and looked me in the eye without a word for a few moments.

"Do you love Michaelis?" He asked. I was taken aback. Did I love him? Well....I wasn't exactly happy with his choice in behaviors but....maybe I did.

"Why?" I asked. He sat in silence just staring at me like he was still processing or something. I sighed and decided not to avoid the question.
"I'm not really sure to be hon-"

Suddenly I was cut off by Mr.Faustus planting a passionate kiss on my lips. In a moment of shock I kissed back for a couple seconds. Once I processed what I was doing I pushed him away.

"What was that?! Why do you keep doing that?!" I asked. My head was in a spin. I couldn't tell what he was playing at. He sighed nervously as looked into my eyes, stroking his thumb on my chin.

"I called you out here because I needed to tell you....that I love you." My eyes widened to the size of saucers. I felt my jaw drop slightly.

"Wait, you...you what?" I asked unable to process the words that just left his perfectly kissable lips.

"I love you. I have for a while now. I couldn't bring myself to tell you before because I was afraid you'd hate me or be disgusted or ashamed by my feelings and affections. Do forgive me..." Mr.Faustus said looking down at the floor in shame, a sadness glazed over his golden irises. I smiled softly and reached for his hand. I held it in my lap.

"Thank you for telling me. It's just, it's a lot to take in and think about. I might need some time before I can tell what my feelings are. Alright?" I said. He looked at me and nodded with relief. Before going back to class, I gave him one last quick kiss on the cheek and then turned and put my headphones back in to continue listening to my music.