|| 𝐙𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐘𝐈 : 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐬 ||

Forbidden Lessons (Angst)

In a bustling city, nestled amidst the chaos of daily life, there existed a small, unassuming high school where fate had quietly begun weaving an unexpected love story. Here, amidst the hustle of students and the clatter of textbooks, two souls found each other in the most unexpected of ways.

Xiao Zhan, a dedicated literature teacher with a penchant for classic novels and a warm smile, found himself facing a classroom of rowdy teenagers on the first day of the new semester. Among the sea of eager faces, one stood out-the mischievous and charming Wang Yibo. With unruly hair that seemed to have a mind of its own and a perpetual twinkle in his eyes, Wang Yibo was known throughout the school for his antics and his knack for finding trouble.

Their first encounter was anything but ordinary. Wang Yibo, always the troublemaker, had managed to sneak a frog into Xiao Zhan's desk. The unsuspecting teacher, upon opening the drawer, was greeted not by his neatly arranged papers but by a startled amphibian. The classroom erupted into laughter, and even Xiao Zhan couldn't help but crack a smile despite the chaos.

From that moment on, a silent battle of wit and humor ensued between the two. Xiao Zhan would find chalk in his coffee mug, and Yibo would discover his textbooks mysteriously adorned with doodles of hearts and flowers. Each prank was met with laughter, and gradually, a bond began to form between the teacher and his mischievous student.

As weeks turned into months, Xiao Zhan found himself looking forward to each day spent with Yibo and his classmates. He discovered a passion for teaching that he hadn't known before, and his once mundane life was now filled with the vibrant energy of youth.

One crisp autumn afternoon, as the leaves danced in the wind outside the classroom window, Xiao Zhan found himself alone with Yibo after class. The mischievous glint in Wang Yibo's eyes was replaced with a vulnerability that took Xiao Zhan by surprise.

"Teacher Xiao," Yibo began, his voice softer than usual, "I... I wanted to tell you something."

Curious and slightly apprehensive, Xiao Zhan nodded encouragingly.

"I... I like you, Teacher Xiao," Yibo confessed, his cheeks flushing crimson.

Xiao Zhan felt his heart skip a beat. He had never anticipated this confession, yet somehow, it felt right. With a gentle smile, he reached out and placed a hand on Yibo's shoulder.

"I like you too, Yibo," he said softly, his heart feeling light and full at the same time.

And so, their love blossomed in secret, hidden from the prying eyes of the world. They stole moments together in empty classrooms, their laughter mingling with the dust motes in the afternoon sun. Xiao Zhan found himself falling deeper and deeper for the spirited young man who had stolen his heart.

But fate, as it often does, had other plans. One fateful day, as Xiao Zhan stood before his class, an unexpected visitor arrived-a stern-faced man in a suit, accompanied by somber-looking school administrators.

"Xiao Zhan," the man began, his voice heavy with gravity, "I'm afraid there have been rumors about your relationship with a student."

Xiao Zhan's heart plummeted as he realized the implications of the accusation. He glanced at Wang Yibo, whose eyes were wide with fear and confusion.

"It's not what you think," Xiao Zhan tried to explain, but the man shook his head.

"I'm sorry, but we cannot ignore such allegations," he said, his tone final.

And just like that, Xiao Zhan's world came crashing down. Despite their protests and pleas, the school administration was unwavering in their decision. Xiao Zhan was forced to resign, his dream of teaching shattered in an instant.

As he packed his belongings in his now-empty classroom, Wang Yibo stood by his side, his eyes brimming with unshed tears.

"I'm sorry, Teacher Xiao," he whispered, his voice choked with emotion.

Xiao Zhan reached out and took Yibo's hand, squeezing it gently.

"Don't be sorry, Yibo," he said softly, his heart breaking yet filled with love. "Even in the midst of this sadness, I will always cherish the moments we shared together."

And with that, Xiao Zhan left the school, his heart heavy with sorrow yet grateful for the love he had found in the most unexpected of places. As he walked away, he couldn't help but smile, remembering the laughter, the pranks, and the love that had bloomed between Xiao Zhan and his mischievous student, Wang Yibo. Though their time together had been short-lived, the memories would live on forever in his heart.

And so, amidst the ebb and flow of life, their love remained a bittersweet memory-a love that was never meant to be, yet one that had changed their lives forever.