edited-10-5-25

DANTE

His bed was comfortable, almost too comfortable. We've been studying for hours now without a break, and surprisingly, things were actually starting to make sense to me with his teaching methods. Although my mind has been wandering for the past 30 minutes or so, specifically wandering to the man sitting across from me. It was hard to tell at first, but he's handsome. Incredibly handsome, his hair and glasses typically covered them, but his eyes are the most striking green I have ever seen, and his lashes were long and thick, but not necessarily feminine. In fact, his entire vibe is masculine eyebrows that are thick but tidy, and it seems like he takes good care of his personal hygiene; he's tall, and it's not hard to imagine that he’s probably very scrawny underneath the baggy clothes he wears.

“..nte..dante..DANTE!” My thoughts were put to an abrupt halt when his voice cut through the silent room, “You ok, man? You've been zoning out for a while.” his perfect eyebrow was raised at me. ‘

“Um, yeah, im good, im fine, just lost in thought”. With a sigh, he shut the textbook,s including the one sitting on my lap. “Ok well weve been at it for a while and youve made fantastic progress so im thinking lets stop for tonight, its getting pretty late too and that forest is dangerous to drive in at night.”  his praise of my progress made a small smile form on my lips “yeah that sounds good, let me just call someone to pick me up,” as im about to pull out my phone though he stoped me “dont worry about it ill take you home.” 

We had been driving for a while, and at some point, I must have dozed off because soon enough, he was shaking me awake when we got to my apartment complex

"Well, good morning, sleepyhead," he said once I woke up more. “Ughh, that drive is crazy, I can't believe you do that every morning ?” I stammered, not ready to leave the car

“Sadly, yes, but im used to it at this point. Do you need help you to your door?” he got out and opened my door. Jeez, what a gentleman. “Ha, maybe my legs are asleep still,” laughing when I tried to stand up.

"C'mon, I got you," he said, holding me in his arms bridal style

"Whoa, man, what are you doing!?" I yelped helplessly as I wrapped my arms around his neck to balance myself. How is he holding me so easily?

"Oh, well, it seemed like you couldn't get up, so I was just going to carry you," he said with an innocent voice but a devilish smile. “Haha, you're such a weirdo, put me down, I can walk on my own now!”.

 I could feel my face getting hot, and my stomach hurt from how hard I was laughing but he did listen and sat me down gently. 

KARMA 

Honestly, I was just trying to piss him off when I picked him up, but he didn't seem as upset as I'd imagined

I could see the blush spreading across his face. He had a lot more to him than I had originally thought, so I humored him, let him down, even though I could tell he was still unsteady. “Do you still want me to help you to your door?” he just nodded his head without a word. It didn't take long to reach his apartment, unlock the door, and guide him in. “Thanks,” he straightened his back and coughed awkwardly.  “Ok, well, I have to get home. I'll see you tomorrow, good night, Dante,” I said with a light tone 

"OH, um, right. Goodnight… wait, I just realized I don't know your name." Dante looked at me intently, waiting for me to actually introduce myself. “That's a secret you'll just have to find out as we get to know each other more.” I might as well get him back a little bit after he was such an ass after all

“Right well, goodnight then. I look forward to figuring it out,” and with that, he retreated into his home, shutting the door behind him.