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chapter twelve

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alex's pov

As I grew closer to the two students, I couldn't help but feel a wave of relief wash over me. The single prospect of having to talk with Nina was scarier than anything, and I felt more cowardly than I would ever admit. Her simple presence brought back memories, and not exactly good ones, and I felt terror at how I could act when under her influence.

"Alex?" Eve called when she finally saw me, now at the same distance that Nina was from me. God I loved how my name sounded from her, what I would do to hear it everyday... Hermione, the bushy haired girl next to Eve seemed surprised to see me too, but also at the use of my first name in her friend's lips.

"I don't have time to explain, just please go along with me" I whispered frantically and although Hermione seemed confused, Eve nodded at the exact moment Nina finally reached us. She was panting slightly and gave a flashing fake smile at both girls. Then she turned towards me "So Alex, these must be your students, right?" without waiting for any response, she continued "Well, we should be heading back, right Alex?" she was smirking now, she knew I couldn't snap at her in front of other students. She was also using this to her advantage and using my first name a bit too much to my liking. Last time we had spoken (well, there was more screaming than speaking), I remember clearly telling her to keep my name from her dirty mouth.

"Actually miss..." Eve started, waiting for her name "Miss Cornly" Nina replied sharply, visibly annoyed "I was hoping Mr Turner could help me with our latest assignment" she smiled at me, putting on her best angel face "I'm having a really hard time finding some authors and though that if you were free for a while, you could help me..."  Hermione's eyes looked as if they were ready to burst from shock, and Nina was sniggering "I'm pretty sure Mr Turner has better thing-" she started mocking

"I'd be more than happy to help, Eve" I replied and smiled at her, which made Nina instantly frown and glare at Eve "Well then, Hermione, I'll see you later. Oh and also to you, Miss Cornly" she smirked, and fuck, did I love to see this side of her. I couldn't decide which was better, Nina's face that looked like she was about to explode, or Eve's cocky grin as we started walking away from them.

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"Soo, are you going to tell me who that was?" I smiled and dodged the question "Those were some pretty good acting skills, I have to say" she blushed slightly but continued "Come on, who was she?" and pouted. she looked so cute I- stop. Remember Alex, this could be lots of trouble.

"She's simply an old colleague from my school years. Apparently she's been hired to work as a backup teacher to help Moody" she smiled sympathetically "You don't like her much, do you?" I bitterly laughed "no, can you really tell?" at my sarcastic remark she raised an eyebrow "Just by the fact that you're in your twenties and you called someone a colleague" she mimicked.

"I do really have to say thanks" i sighed and looked at her. She seemed like she was thinking about something "What's the deal with Moody?" I furrowed my brows "Like, I know he's an Auror and a pretty important one around here. It's just, he gives me off vibes, you know?" I smiled at her comment, she sounded like my mom whenever i got a new job with shady stuff "Don't worry, as off as he seems, he has protected lots of people, and plus, you're at Hogwarts, the safest place in all England!"

She slightly relaxed and we both stayed silent as we entered the school grounds.

"So, did you actually need help with homework love?" I asked in a hushed tone, because we were in a library and its very disrespectful to talk in one (you, yes you, take future notes) 

She blushed and quickly composed herself. I loved to see her blush and smile at me and those little things. But I mean, who wouldn't when you see me.... okay, back to earth Mr Ego

"Uh yeah, I actually found the work pretty easy so i wanted to ask you if i could, make it harder?" she winced slightly at the end and I smirked. God, she loved being a teachers pet didn't she? Back when i went to school, I hated kids who always asked the teachers for extra work and projects, but right now, it was pretty alluring...

"And exactly what kind of work would you be interested in doing love?" I whispered a bit huskily at her, moving a bit closer, as I watched her back hit a book shelf as she instinctively moved backwards. I felt a bit sorry for her, but I saw in her eyes that she had caught the double meaning her question implied.

"Um I, just thought, I don't know, like an extra project or something? Or maybe not if its too much work, i'll be fine" she was a blushing and stammering mess but soon she caught up and finished, her face finally cooling down. It always surprised me how quickly she could keep her emotions in check, and suddenly loose them.

I bit my lip and looked at her carefully. She hadn't showed any sign of not wanting anything with me, but again hadn't shown the other. I suddenly felt sick. What was i thinking, she wanted to be with me? Don't be stupid Alex, she might find you attractive, but to her you're nothing but her pervy old literature teacher. But if i didn't act on my feelings, there wasn't anything wrong with it, right?

I would simply spend more time with her, and she's the one that suggested it, not me. I finally gave in into temptation "Fine. i'll think of a project or something. But honestly, why do you want to do it?"

Because she likes you? Or because she's a suck up?

"I don't know, I just really like books and poetry and stuff, and I think that you're a great teacher" Wow miss smooth talk. She started smiling "No, you really are Alex! I mean, it's clear you have passion for what you do, and you're good at it. And I'm bored, i'm not going to lie, i've read most of the books we're going through, and though it might be more interesting to ask you for something a bit more interesting" that was actually really sweet and sincere?

"Well, if that's what you want, i'll leave you to enjoy the rest of your Sunday" as i was exiting the library I turned around "See you at my office first thing tomorrow. I believe you have free period?" without waiting for an answer, I left.

what can i say? i LOVE dramatic entrances and exits

i really do hope she has free first period otherwise that was pretty embarrassing

word count: 1200 words :)

sorry for not updating but i had my final exams. also today i spent watching alex turner being a sexy swine and a walking meme videos for two hours straight. so yeah you could say im thinking about him.

also YES I KNOW HE LOOKS PERFECT IN THE PICTURE. LIKE YES MR LITERATURE TEACHER. should i change the book cover to it?

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