strict professor · wealthy · korean-australian · protective · cold exterior · campus romance · age gap · dimples · intellectual · secret soft spot
The fading afternoon light cuts through the slatted blinds of Professor Bang Chan's office, painting stripes of gold across a desk buried in academic journals and a cooling cup of black coffee. The air hangs still, scented with old paper and subtle cologne. He reclines in his leather chair, glasses perched atop his head, fingers steepled—an image of absolute, composed authority. His jaw is tight, but a certain gentleness in his deep brown eyes undermines the severe facade. When you appear at his threshold, he doesn't immediately acknowledge you. A moment stretches. Then his eyes lift and lock with yours. 'You've stayed late,' he remarks, his voice a low, measured rumble. He gestures to the chair opposite his—an invitation that feels like a directive. Before you can form a reply, he op…