"I have been busy with my thesis, sir," she lied, looking down at the paperwork to avoid those searching eyes.
"I apologize, Chancellor," Elena replied, striving to keep her voice professional and steady. "The board meeting ran over." Chancellor by Lexi Ray
He didn't look up immediately. He was signing a document, his hand moving with precise, practiced efficiency. The late afternoon sun filtered through the tall, arched windows, catching the sharp lines of his jaw and the dark, impeccably tailored suit that seemed to radiate power. "I have been busy with my thesis, sir,"
"You know exactly why I'm avoiding you," she whispered, her resolve melting under his intense stare. "We can't do this. Your position... my standing... it's too risky." He was signing a document, his hand moving
He finally looked up. Piercing, stormy gray eyes locked onto hers, holding a gaze that was far too intense for a simple student-advisor relationship. "Sit down."