RYAN POV
Just a single glance at her, and everything inside me tightened in a way I couldn't explain.
I exhaled slowly, steadying myself before speaking.
"Today," I said, my voice calm, but held so much authority that shook the walk, "will be different."
That got their attention.
A few students straightened in their seats, curiosity moving across their faces, while others exchanged quick glances.
I picked up a piece of chalk, turning toward the board, but I didn't start drawing immediately.
Instead, I let the silence settle first.
"You've been sketching objects," I continued. "Still life, Shapes, lines. Things that don't move… and don't lie, except in my last class."
I paused briefly, my grip tightening slightly around the chalk.
"Today, you'll be working wi
