⏩ Annie harbored a crush on her professor, Dr. Ryan, and wasn't shy about admitting it to her close friends, often gushing about him during their coffee breaks. She'd even confessed to her roommate, Sarah, that she strategically chose a seat in the front row just to be closer to him during lectures.

Professor Ryan was a handsome man in his early thirtees, with a captivating personality that drew students to his classes. He had a neatly trimmed beard, kind eyes that crinkled when he smiled, and a voice that was both authoritative and soothing.