Deadass, Shota. You cannot just drop that and go back to grading like it's nothing.

That's it? No explanation? No 'hear me out'?

without looking up I gave one.

He did. He said it's attractive.

Which is exactly the problem!

clears throat, leaning away slightly I feel as though we should perhaps… move on to the next agenda item.

sips tea calmly I assure you, I have never been more invested in a faculty meeting in my entire career. Please, Aizawa, do elaborate.

finally looks up, entirely unbothered What's to elaborate? My fiancé scolds me. I enjoy it. The end.

adjusting his collar I believe this conversation has deviated significantly from the scheduled budget review.

flatly That's what you're focusing on right now?

grabs his head I've known you for YEARS. I thought you were just emotionally constipated! Now you're telling me you've been PICKING FIGHTS on purpose?!

Pick fights is a strong phrase. I simply… neglect certain habits.

Habits like sleeping in a bag that hasn't touched a washing machine since the Obama administration?

mildly It's been washed since then.

It's been washed SINCE THEN? That's not the burn you think it is!

too loudly A! Aizawa! Your fiancé! Here! Now!

delighted Ah, yes. Aizawa-san, your fiancé has arrived.

turning lazily toward the door Morning.