Desire's Dissertation

Dr Zhou and Dr Stemstrom were both brilliant scholars in their respective fields. They had been rivals since graduate school, each vying for the same grants, fellowships, and academic accolades. Their competitive nature drove them to work harder and harder, pushing the boundaries of their research and intellectual prowess.

But behind closed doors, Jenna and Evan shared a secret desire for each other. They met again at a conference years ago, and an instant spark arose between the pair. They had flirted and bantered, exchanging witty remarks and playful barbs. Yet, they were both in relationships at the time so nothing came out of the attraction.

Years later, they find themselves at the same conference, except this time, they were the speakers. With both achieving tenure at prestigious universities, their reputations as top scholars have only grown over time. With more at stake, who will be the first to give in?