"I don't want my students to lose faith in me," Lila said sincerely. "I'm worried they'll think less of me."

Waylen leaned close, chuckling softly.

"You're here with me, yet you're worried about your reputation?" he teased.

Lila was speechless.

Though they'd been close, they hadn't taken that final step.

Blushing, she gently pushed him away and escaped to the bathroom.

Waylen was in a playful mood and followed her soon after.

After she finished her ...