ch 1 :- metting someone

Autumn POV:-

“Class dismissed for today. I’ll see you all in the next lecture.”

“Thank you, sir,” the students replied in unison.

I gave a small nod and walked out, heading straight to my cabin.

The moment I stepped inside, I closed the door behind me and let out a quiet sigh.

*Finally… all the classes are over.*

I ran a hand through my hair, feeling the exhaustion settle in.

“Let’s pack up and go home,” I muttered to myself.

Just as I reached for my bag—

*Knock. Knock.*

“Yes?” I called out.

The door opened slightly, and a staff member peeked in.

“The Director has called you to the office.”

I frowned. “The Director…? Are you sure?”

“Yes. He specifically asked for you, Professor.”

“…Alright. I’m coming.”

“Please come quickly.”

Before I could say anything else, he left.

The room fell silent again.

*The Director…?*

I stood there for a moment, confused.

*What would he need from me? I’ve never even seen the owner of this college before…*

I tried to recall if I had made any mistakes.

*I didn’t do anything wrong… right?*

Nothing came to mind.

I picked up my bag, a strange uneasiness creeping into my chest.

*Well… there’s only one way to find out.*

I stepped into the cabin and immediately noticed I wasn’t alone.

The Principal was there… and another man.

My eyes instinctively shifted toward him.

He was sitting calmly, yet his presence filled the entire room. Well-built, sharp features, and an unmistakably cold aura surrounded him. He looked like he was in his fifties… but even at that age, he was undeniably handsome.

*…That’s unexpected.*

**Principal:** “Mr. Autumn you’re here. Come, have a seat.”

“Hello, sir,” I greeted politely, walking closer.

**Principal:** “Meet Mr. Austin…”

I turned toward the man and extended my hand.

“Nice to meet you, Mr. Austin.”

**Director:** “Same here.”

His hand met mine—firm, steady.

*His grip is strong…*

**Principal:** “He is the Director of this college—Mr. Austin Kingstone.”

*So… this is the Director.*

Before I could process further, he spoke again—

**Director:** “Can you give us some privacy? I need to talk to him.”

His voice was calm… but cold enough to send a slight chill down my spine.

*…That voice.*

*Why does it feel like he spends hours in the gym just to sound this intimidating?*

“Of course, sir,” the Principal replied quickly.

He stood up and left the room, closing the door behind him.

Now it was just the two of us.

And suddenly… the room felt much quieter.

The silence didn’t last long.

**Director:** “Hello, Mr. Autumn I’ve heard quite a lot about you.”

His tone had changed.

It was no longer cold… but calm, almost gentle.

That caught me off guard.

“I hope it was nothing too troublesome, sir,” I replied with a small, polite smile. “It’s my first time meeting you as well.”

He gave a faint nod, as if acknowledging that.

Without another word, he reached for a cup and placed it in front of me.

**Director:** “Here.”

I hesitated for a second before taking it. “Thank you, sir.”

A soft fragrance rose with the steam.

**Director:** “Rose tea. My wife likes it a lot.”

*Rose tea…?*

I glanced at the cup briefly before taking a careful sip.

The taste was light… calming, unexpectedly soothing.

“That’s… quite nice,” I said honestly.

For a moment, the atmosphere felt strangely normal.

But then—

**Director:** “Mr. Autumn, I have a favor to ask of you.”

My hand paused slightly around the cup.

*…A favor? From the Director?*

I looked up at him, a bit confused but attentive.

“A favor…?” I repeated softly.

*Why would someone like him need help from me?*

A faint uneasiness settled in again.

Still, I straightened my posture.

“Of course, sir… if it’s something within my ability.”

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