☆pairing: single fatherljuyeon x teacher fem!reader
☆tags: fluff!, slow but not so slow burn, really slight smut, mentions of alcohol, swearing, mentions of death, mentions of other members, eric is kinda toxic here :)
☆summary: after your last relationship you swore to yourself that you wouldn't fall in love again but you change your thoughts when you see a little girl and her...very hot dad
disclaimer! all the people on this fic are pure imagination and are fake, they don't relate to the real people at all.
STATUS: on going! (19.10. 24)
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Chapter two
It had now been several months since your last relationship.
You couldn't say that it was still an open wound but neither that it didn't tempt you from time to time.
"Wait a second, what do you mean by that?" you asked trying to process the words of the boy in front of you.
He sighed, passing his hand over his face before returning his gaze to you.
"I mean that...it’s so boring being with you y/n..." he then added.
Not hearing a response from you he continued his speech.
"You're always talking about those children, what they do, what they tell you...do you ever think about me?"
"Eric of course I think about you, why the fuck would you say-"
"Well it doesn't seem like it, you're starting to treat me like a child too!" he added, raising his voice slightly.
"Of course I'm treating you like a child when you think exactly like one!"
"y/n..."
"it's over."
“Stupid child.”
That was all you could think remembering how Eric had thrown away your 3 years old relationship because he was jealous of your students.
It was an inevitably comical situation but inside you the fear of starting something new with someone remained constant.
Kevin and Vivienne had tried several times to introduce you to new people and even made you join (without your knowledge) a dating app but the results were always terrible.
Of course what your best friend did not expect was to see you completely crushing on the father of one of your students.
It had not escaped her at all how for the past week you had been much more radiant and perfectly dressed up in the mornings and staying late every day waiting for the last parent (who happened to always be Juyeon) to arrive.
And of course you had not missed her glances whenever you greeted Juyeon on the way out.
"What's wrong?" you asked her one afternoon while the children were playing in the garden.
"Nothing" she gave a sly smile as she shrugged slightly.
"Why are you looking at me like that then?"
"Because you just can't hide anything, you're embarrassing."
"What?" you looked at her shocked "What do you mean by that?" you said snorting a laugh.
"When were you planning to tell me about your crush on Lee Juyeon also known as Isabelle's father?" she said resting her hands on her hips like a mother scolding her daughter.
You turned to look at her, feigning an embarrassed laugh.
"What crush?! He’s a married man Viv! I have no crush on anyone."
Vivienne came dangerously close to your face, startling you.
“I probably shouldn't tell you this but..just so you know, he's a single father."
Oh.
"Unless he's married to that Paul guy, their numbers are the only ones saved in the parent registry."
“Oh.” your brain couldn’t process anything else.
“Still, why would he look at his daughter teacher?” you said.
“Because you’re hot?”
“Viv.”
She raised her eyes, sighing.
"Anyways, I'm totally rooting for you, don't let me down" she finished with a wink.
And before you could say something, here she was already rushing off to entertain the children with some group dances, leaving you alone to sigh.
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That same afternoon, while helping Isabelle color another one of her thousand drawings here it was the angelic figure of Juyeon appearing from the doorframe.
Always like the first time.
The little girl, as always, ran into her father's arms as you followed her while still keeping a distance between you and them.
"How did it go today?" he asked the little girl.
"Good! We learned the colors in English! Red, yellow,blue, black-" the little girl said in response as she began to list all the colors she had learned that morning.
"That's so good! Listen to how well you pronounce them, I'm so proud of you." he said and just then he turned to look at you, causing you to miss a few beats.
"Did she behave well?"
You nodded, smiling.
"Of course she did, she is so sweet and very smart, I was amazed to hear how she still remembered all the colors, usually they tend to forget them after a few hours" You replied, looking at the little girl and giving her a light caress in her hair that made her laugh a little.
The man next to you smiled, nodding slightly.
"I'm glad to hear that, i guess she’s not like her daddy, thankfully"he said, leaving her a light kiss on her cheek.
"Well, I think it’s time to go and free Miss Y/n, Grandma is waiting for us at home" he then added, leaving the little girl on the floor.
After the usual goodbyes you watched them walking toward the exit before a flash hit your memory.
"Ah, Mr. Lee!" You said, drawing the attention of the man who turned to look at you.
"I don't know if you've been notified yet but this Friday is Children-Parents Day, we're doing some activities and then doing a little meeting to inform parents of the plans for the school year...I know it might be a problem for your work so don't worry if you can't make it I tak-"
"I'll definitely be there." he interrupted you with a smile.
"Oh, very well then, see you tomorrow!"
They left you with one last goodbye before disappearing behind the school doors.
"We were saying?" a voice said behind you, that you recognized as Vivienne's, scaring you.
"Shut up."
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Friday arrived sooner than expected and especially sooner than it should have because now, an hour before the start of activities, you were already running from one side of the school to the other to keep everything under control.
Colours, games, sheets of paper, music.
Everything seemed to be according to plan.
Except for your hair which, despite this morning's efforts, had already become a unique mess.
You took advantage of a moment of rest to quickly gather it into a braid and then head for the entrance where the children had started to arrive.
The atmosphere at school that day was livelier than usual, with the laughter of parents and children filling the rooms.
It was, if nothing else, one of your favourite days of the school year.
Caught up chatting with parents about this and that, a pair of hands that wrapped themselves around your leg took you by surprise.
"Miss. Y/n!" Isabelle's little voice exclaimed, calling for your attention.
Your face opened into a happy, surprised expression and apologetically you turned around, taking the little girl in your arms and giving her your undivided attention.
She was, as usual, fully perfectly dressed with a long braid similar to yours and a large bow at the end of it.
"Isa! How beautiful you look today! Did you come with Paul?" you asked as the little girl shook her head.
"I promised I'd be there, didn't I?" a voice behind you answered for her.
You turned to see the usual Lee Juyeon with his usual sculpted face and a suit, totally out of place in a kindergarten.
With a smile that could make anyone collapse, he approached your figure as you had to beg all the strength in the universe to keep your legs solid and stable on the ground.
"It's good to see you Mr. Lee, I guess Isa is glad to have her daddy at school today" you said looking at the little one who was now nodding brightly.
"Daddy look! Miss. Y/n has a braid like me!" said the little one noticing your close-cropped hair.
"Oh" replied the man looking tenderly at how the little girl had started playing with your hair "It looks very good on her, I can't deny it." he continued and your cheeks suddenly turned a bright shade of red.
You tried to huff out a nervous laugh, bringing your attention back to Isa so as not to cross her gaze.
"Isa looks beautiful in this braid, this bow is gorgeous!" you tried to shift your attention back to the little girl but she was blatantly playing devil's advocate.
"Daddy made it for me! Give Miss Y/n a bow too daddy!”
"Oh no, no need Isa really-" but before you could finish the sentence Juyeon had already pulled a bow out of his pocket and was handing it to you.
"I'll take a couple with me, just in case she needs them-" he said almost embarrassed after pulling a pink bow out of his dark suit.
You could do nothing but say thank you and take the bow which, promptly, Isa threaded through your hair.
"Now we are the same!" the delighted child exclaimed and in front of that smile you completely melted.
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After a short time, everyone was invited to go into their classrooms and next to Vivienne you started to illustrate the first activity.
It was a simple art project where parents and children collaborated in drawing but the results were always wonderful and the families always came out happy.
Passing between the tables you would try to lend a hand in case help was needed or just to get the children to tell you about their work.
At one point Vivienne touched your shoulder lightly, drawing your attention.
"I think you need to give your favourite one a hand” she said only pointing with her head in the direction of Juyeon and Isabelle where the man, now covered in glitter, was trying to glue them onto the drawing, failing miserably.
A light laugh came out of your mouth before you reached their small table, clearly too small for the man.
"How's the masterpiece coming along over here?" you said once you reached their coffee table.
Juyeon looked up laughing, slightly embarrassed.
"Well, I'm not sure if we're going for abstract or accidental...but we're getting somewhere." he said as Isabelle had started wandering around the table, looking for the colours she needed.
"Abstract art is always a good choice. It leaves room for interpretation." you said, laughing slightly.
Juyeon raised an eyebrow, intrigued.
"So, what's your professional interpretation of...this?" he said, pointing to the glitter-filled sheets that occupied the table.
You lowered yourself onto your knees to observe them more closely, with the father and daughter by your side.
"Hmm... I'd say it's a bold exploration of colour and chaos. Very avant-garde." you replied playfully, seeing Isabelle's confused face trying to understand what this avant-garde was.
Juyeon snorted a laugh while giving you a slight smirk.
"What can I say? I'm committed to the art."
"Clearly. Perhaps only a little help is needed to represent Isa's wonderful artistic vision."
"Oh? You think we need professional help?" he asked, sounding almost defiant.
"Absolutely Mr.Lee-"
"Please, call me Juyeon." he said with a gentle smile.
Fucckk, he's so hot.
"OK..Juyeon, lucky for you, I just happen to be an art enthusiast and a kindergarten teacher. Two birds, one stone." you replied, feigning some big ego that Vivienne would certainly be proud of.
"I don't know, we might be a lost cause. But I could never refuse the help of an expert.”he replied, making room between the two of them.
You then moved between them, now bringing your attention to Isa.
"So what's the plan?"
And as you listened attentively to Isabelle's request for a big pink glittery unicorn (after all, what could you expect from a five-year-old?) you felt Juyeon's watchful gaze on your every move.
Between a pink pencil and a tube of glitter you looked up, meeting his eyes.
Trying to ignore the beat that your heart just lost, you gave him a slightly smile.
"What? Surprised I can paint too?" you said teasingly but with a softer tone.
Juyeon smirked slightly.
"A little. I didn't know kindergarten teachers had so many hidden talents." he said taking a marker, continuing to colour under his daughter's orders.
"Let's just say I have a few tricks up my sleeve" you replied, keeping a smile on your face.
"I guess I can't wait to find out the others."
And after that sentence your brain went into shutdown.
There was a slight silence, a comfortable pause as the children's laughter and parents' chatter filled that void.
What?
The whole thought was interrupted by Isabelle who, having completed her drawing, lifted it into the air for her father to see.
"Daddy, look! The unicorn!" she exclaimed enthusiastically.
Juyeon, breaking the moment with a chuckle, looked at his daughter's work.
"That looks awesome, sweetie. We might just have to hang even this one up at home."
You stared at them, smiling warmly.
"See? A little guidance can go a long way." you said.
Juyeon turned his head to look at you, but you're too busy talking with his daughter again.
"Yeah, I guess it can." he just said by himself.
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After the morning activity all children, with parents attached, are invited to the afternoon refreshment in the schoolyard.
Hearing the children's laughter as they play with each other fills your heart with joy enormously, especially when accompanied by the stories of the parents who madly love to talk about their children.
And you just have to listen to them happily.
That was before, out of the corner of your eye, you noticed the other figure of Juyeon standing alone and watching from afar as Isa played with his friends, while from a saucer he ate the cake one of the teachers had prepared for the day.
The scene warmed your heart and apologising to the parents, you headed towards the drinks table to get a second glass of lemonade and then walked towards the man who was now choking on the previously mentioned cake.
"Here, you look like you could use this” you said handing him the glass, laughing slightly at the scene.
He thanked you with a look, taking the glass and drinking immediately to calm his coughing fits.
Once he was stable again, he turned to look at you.
"Thanks, great cake anyway" he only said, making you laugh heartly.
"Don't worry, you seemed to be enjoying it a bit too much" you replied amused.
"How's it going?" you added, sipping from your glass.
"Good I guess..I'm not really good at these kinds of things." he replied, scratching his head.
"What, you don't enjoy awkward small talk with strangers?"
"It's not my strong suit." he replied, laughing nervously.
"You know…you're allowed to relax. Isabelle's having lots of fun." you said, watching the children play from afar.
"Yeah, she really is, isn't she? Sometimes I forget she's growing up so much every day".
"That's because you love her so much. But it's okay to let yourself enjoy these moments too. She'll be just fine," you said gently, trying to relax those big shoulders that remained tense, looking at his little girl from afar.
Juyeon then turned his gaze slowly to you, slightly hesitant.
"You seem to know how to balance everything so well. How do you do it?"
You turned to look at him and your gazes met again, making your heart flutter a little.
"Years of practice with little ones. And, well, sometimes you just have to remind yourself to breathe. You're allowed to enjoy the moment too, Juyeon," you replied, smiling.
He smiled back, turning and looking at the children.
"I think I could learn a thing or two from you," he said alone.
"I think you're doing pretty well already," you replied.
And so the refreshments ended, taking everyone back to their respective classrooms.
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The day passed quickly, amidst dances and songs that enlivened all the parents and entertained the children, soon it was time for talks between parents and teachers.
You and Vivienne split up the families to take less time and get everyone out as soon as possible.
While the children continued playing, one by one the parents went in and out of your classroom door to hear what they needed to know about their children.
Fortunately, your class was a good one and so there were no special cases to analyse or help.
Just when you thought you'd seen the last of the parents, Juyeon appeared through the doorway, with that usual damn smile.
Obviously, Vivienne had played her cards right to get you two alone.
Damn her.
"May I?" he said, entering the classroom and pointing to the chair in front of your desk.
You gestured for him to take a seat.
"You know, for a teacher, you didn't warn me that I'd be wearing half the art supplies by the end of the day," he said, noticing some paint and glitter stains on his suit.
"Hey, I did warn you. You were too busy showing off to Isabelle to listen." you laughed, shaking your head slightly.
"Showing off? I was just responding to her orders. Big difference." he said, playing offended.
"I noticed, you put in a lot of effort, I'm glad."
Juyeon chuckles, rubbing the back of his neck sheepishly, clearly enjoying the little back-and-forth.
"What can I say?" he started.
"My kid brings it out in me. She thinks I'm some sort of superhero, so I have to live up to the hype, right?"
You nodded.
"Isabelle adores you, you know. She talks about you all the time. You're not just her superhero-you're her whole world." you replied with a sweet smile, remembering all the times the little girl mentioned her daddy when she had a chance.
"Yeah, she's my world too. Everything I do is for her."
You watch him for a moment, seeing the tenderness in his eyes.
"Sometimes I wonder if I'm doing enough, you know? It's just the two of us, and I worry... about missing things, or not being there the way I should."
Hearing him open up so much to you made your heart warm with joy, and all you could think about was how much love there was between the father and the daughter.
"You're there in all the ways that matter. You can see it in how happy she is. How confident she's becoming. That's all because of you." you said with a sweet look, trying to comfort him.
There's a beat of silence, the atmosphere growing a little more serious, Juyeon's gaze softens as he looks at your eyes.
“I have to thank you too. You're so good with her, y/n. She really looks up to you. It's like... she feels safe around you."
You couldn't hide a smile at his words.
"Isabelle's a special kid. She's so sweet, and once she opens up, she's got so much love to give. Honestly, she makes my job easier" you replied.
"Yes, I can see where she gets it from" he began, "And I can see why she likes you so much. You've got that effect on people." he continued, leaving you completely speechless.
Your cheeks turned red again and your smile became more playful, trying to joke about it so you wouldn't lose your mind.
"Is that your way of complimenting me again, Juyeon? Because I'm keeping track, you know." you asked, teasing him a little bit.
He gave a slight smirk before continuing to speak.
"You deserve all the compliments. I just happen to be the one lucky enough to give them."
Oh fuck, he's good, he's really good.
It took you a few seconds to process it all and when you regained consciousness, a soft laugh came out of your mouth.
"You're impossible, you know that?" you ask, trying to escape his gaze.
"Maybe. But you're still here."
There was this energy in the air that you cannot quite define.
Lost in his gaze a thousand questions come back to you.
Is he really flirting with me? Or is he just trying to be friends?
There is clearly something that seems to attract you to each other and anyone, even outside that room, could see that.
Trying to find words along your vocal chords,you shook your head, smiling slightly.
"I guess I am," you only said , before being interrupted by Isabelle's small voice.
"Dad! Miss. Y/n! Look at my new drawing!" she said, making you laugh slightly before returning your full attention to the little one, but the spoken words and tension were still hovering vividly in the room.
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After this meeting the situation between you seemed to be going great.
There were no particular developments but those light chats at the end of classes warmed your hearts before going home.
Vivienne often monitored the situation from afar, nodding proudly at her best friend.
By now Juyeon and Isabelle had become part of your everyday life and you couldn't be happier.
Yet your heart did not stop beating fiercely every time your glances crossed a little too long or when your hands brushed lightly against each other.
But it was still all too abstract, still a simple crush that all your friends were already sick of.
Until, on a cloudy Friday afternoon, while you and Isabelle waited as usual for Juyeon colori g together, he arrived with two coffees and a small brown bag in his hands.
"Hey there! I brought you both a little something to brighten the day." he said, slightly raising what he had in his hand.
The little girl as usual ran to hug him and then let her curiosity get the better of her as she tried to peek inside the bag.
Smiling you got up from your chair as your eyes shone with happiness at the sight of the coffee in the man’s hands.
He looked at you, returning the happy gaze.
With the weather announcing no improvement and the fact that you hadn't been able to have a proper lunch, that coffee to you really seemed like a goldmine.
Juyeon smiled before listening to little Isabelle's insistence, gripped by curiosity to know the contents of the bag.
“What's in there Dad? Is it snacks? Is it Dad?" she asked.
"Maybe darling, but first, coffee for Miss Y/n. She's been working hard all day." he said and then handed you the hot cup.
You took the cup, smelling the sweet scent coming from it, feeling in heaven.
"This is perfect, i swear. How did you know I was running on fumes?" you asked, taking a light sip from the cup.
"I can read some signs you know? Especially when the teacher starts looking more like a painting than a person." said Juyeon and with a smile he pointed with his head at the thousand colours that now occupied your apron.
You looked at yourself slightly and then burst out laughing.
"I guess you're probably right" you nodded, continuing to drink from your cup as the man in front of you reached down towards his daughter and pulled out the biscuits he had diligently chosen and bought.
Watching them interact a sweet smile formed on your face, everything seemed so perfect.
Once the little girl had her own biscuit, according to her father's instructions, she went to collect her things, leaving you and Juyeon alone again.
"Anyway, the coffee is also to thank you. I appreciate everything you do for her. She really loves coming to your class. And also to apologise for the very frequent delays" he began, scratching his head slightly embarrassed.
You turned to look at him, a sweet and sincere smile on your lips.
"Don't worry Juyeon and plus,I love being with her. She brightens my day every time."
As always, your gazes met, sending sparks flying across the room.
Juyeon took a long breath before resuming speaking.
"You know... I was wondering. I mean, since you've already admitted to liking my coffee... maybe I could treat you to a cup sometime. Outside of the classroom." he said alone, lowering his voice slightly.
You raised an interested eyebrow.
"Are you asking me on a coffee date, Mr. Coffee Barista?" you asked, teasing him like always.
"Yeah, I am. That is, if you're willing to see if my coffee is as good outside the classroom." he said then.
You pretended to think about it, lightly touching your chin with your finger with an exaggerated thoughtfulness before breaking into a grin.
"Well, I suppose I could be convinced. But I'm tough on dates, you know." you replied at last.
He shrugged slightly.
"I'll take my chances. What's life without a little risk?"
He then pulled out his phone, handing it to you.
"So... do you think I can have your number for this very important coffee date?"
Smiling, you took his phone, no need to think twice.
You typed your number, leaving him to choose the name for the contact.
"There you go. But remember, I take my coffee very seriously." you said, handing the phone back to him.
He took the phone back with a slight smirk on his face.
"Oh, don't worry. I'll make sure it's the best cup you've ever had." he said and interrupting the moment was Isabelle who, having finished tidying up and with her backpack on her shoulder, had run over.
"Can I have a coffee date too, Dad?" she asked genuinely making you laugh in unison, filling the room with your laughter and the little one's confused look.
Once you waved them goodbye on their way out, Vivienne's presence beside you came like lightning.
"So...coffee date mh?"
You turned to look at her slightly.
"I don't know how many 'shut ups' I have in me anymore, you know?"
☆pairing: single father!juyeon x teacher fem!reader
☆tags: fluff!, slow but not so slow burn, really slight smut, mentions of alcohol, swearing, mentions of death, mentions of other members, eric is kinda toxic here :)
☆summary: after your last relationship you swore to yourself that you wouldn’t fall in love again but you change your thoughts when you see a little girl and her…very hot dad
disclaimer! all the people on this fic are pure imagination and are fake, they don’t relate to the real people at all.
STATUS: on going! ( 19. 10. 24 )
1 2 。。。
Chapter one
With your head leaning against the window, you watched desolately as nature moved before your eyes, molding itself to your speed-constrained gaze.
The vacations were over for you too and it was time to go back to school.
Lightly you sigh, remembering that now it is no longer you behind a desk listening to some depressed elderly woman tell the same story for the millionth time.
Nope, now on the other side of the classroom there’s you.
And in front of you are not hormone-filled teenagers but rather sweet children with so much curiosity in their hearts and eyes.
Teaching was something that always came naturally to you; ever since you helped your little brothers study by finding nice methods to make studying easier.
Or when your classmates would come begging for you to explain the lesson to them again.
Even explaining cell phone secrets to your grandparents came so well to you that you had ended up teaching the whole neighborhood.
In short, you hadn't chosen that job; it was like destiny, it had chosen you.
Still, going back to school remained the hardest thing of all, in spite of the years gone by.
The 6 a.m. wake-up call, the hurried breakfast and the early morning Parisian traffic were things that you would never get used to, especially after a week of peace in your mom's country home.
In Paris, the cold weather was beginning to set in and, tightly wrapped in your coat, you leaved the car parked in its usual spot, heading quickly for the school entrance, greeting Pierre, the facility's concierge, with a smile.
"Welcome back y/n! A new year begins!" he says in his rough voice worn by the years behind him.
"Good morning Pierre, well yes, it begins for everyone! Have the other teachers arrived yet?" you asked, leaving your coat and hat at the entrance and picking up your work uniform.
At the man's nod you smiled at him and then waved heading to the classroom you shared with another teacher (aka your best friend).
Once you entered the room you crossed the gaze of Vivienne who, as usually, was already chatting with the other teachers.
"y/n!" the girl shouted slightly, making several gestures for you to come closer.
Looking at her confusedly you approached the group, greeting everyone with a smile.
"What are you girls chatting about?" you asked once you arrived.
"About the new children, we have some big names in our appeals this year." one of the teachers, Claire, replied giggling.
You smiled slightly as you heard the girls gossip, letting the everydayness of that laughter cuddle you.
Before long, the first children began to arrive with parents hurriedly tossing them into the hands of the teachers and with a quick kiss and hug running off to work.
Each time these scenes warm your heart, seeing how these children break away from their parents' necks and attach themselves to yours, seeking comfort which they promptly receive.
By now you have learned what each of them likes and how to make them feel secure and loved even without mom or dad.
But in addition to all those familiar little faces and their little hands reaching up to greet you, you caught sight of a new little girl in the distance, all well-dressed and flanked by a tall man in a suit and tie.
Slowly you approached her, seeking the eyes of the little girl, who looked around curiously, holding her little dress in her hands. "Hello! What's your name?" You said once you knelt down in front of her.
The child groped slightly, swallowing animatedly.
"Isa..Isabelle," the little girl said, finally looking up and as she met your gaze you were completely stunned by the beauty that stood before you.
Two almond-shaped blue eyes surrounded by a pair of brown pigtails that were lightly covered by a blue hat.
"Isabelle," you began, smiling at her, "it's a pleasure to meet you! I am y/n, your teacher..." you then looked up at the man next to her who had not yet spoken a word "...is this your daddy?" you asked whispering to the little girl.
She smiled slightly and shook her head, moving those funny braids.
"No! this is Paul! He’s my friend though!" she smiled back at the man next to her, who smiled back and then returned to his composed position.
Slightly confused you stood up turning to him.
"So you are..."
"Miss Isabelle's secretary, ma'am."
"The..the secretary?" You asked confused.
The man nodded.
"Mr. Lee could not be present this morning so I accompanied the young lady."
You nodded slightly, shifting your gaze to the little girl who was now looking at you smiling.
You had seen many busy parents (almost every day) but all of them, at least on the first day of school, went out of their way to be able to wish their children a "good first day."
Letting out a long sigh to bring your mind back to peace you extended my hand to the little girl in front of you.
"Well? Shall we go together?" you asked her smiling to which the little girl responded by taking your hand energetically and, after saying goodbye to Paul, hopped beside you toward the classroom.
Happy first day, I guess?
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The day passed in the best of ways, the children all introduced themselves to the newcomers and, as taught, managed to integrate them without too much trouble.
You were certainly glad to have such a diligent class.
After several activities and many dances with as many songs, the parents began to come one by one to retrieve their children, who with their little hands smeared with colors happily greeted by shouting a " See you tomorrow Teacher!" to which you happily reciprocated.
And as the classroom emptied there was Isabelle who, now alone, was coloring on a sheet of paper.
Glancing slightly at the clock you noticed that the end of school time had long passed and Vivienne had absented herself to help the other teachers clean the classrooms.
So you approached the little girl, sitting next to her on one of those tiny chairs.
"Isa! How was the first day?" you asked her, taking one of the now undone braids to put it back in order.
The little girl smiled happily as she looked at you.
"Good! I met so many friends! I like it!" she replied before returning back to her drawing.
You smiled as you saw the genuineness with which she happily colored her drawing, with disheveled lines.
The concern for her, however, remained constant within you.
"Should I call someone? I don't even have her parents' phone number..Should I ask her? Oh y/n stop it she is 5 years old what can she know about phone numbers."
The thousand thoughts were interrupted by the little girl's voice.
"Daddy!" she squeaked in her slight voice, getting up in a rush.
"Oh I'm so curious to meet this fool who leaves his daughter with someone-" but the moment you turned you head, your thoughts became cloudy.
And all the words you wanted to say died in your throat, now as dry as the desert.
In front of you, with the child in his arms, stood perhaps one of the most handsome men you had ever seen.
With a height to make models envious and with a face just as heavenly, you could finally understand where Isabelle's sweet face came from.
Trying to tidy yourself up slightly, you approached the two who were chatting on the doorway.
The man, noticing your presence, turned to look at you, and without meaning to, your heart missed a beat.
"Are you this famous teacher y/n?" he asked, smiling at you.
"Yes, yes I am, it's a pleasure" you replied, extending your hand, which was promptly shaken by his.
A too big, too soft and too strong hand.
"Lee Juyeon, Isabelle's father, thank you for helping my daughter today and I’m deeply sorry for the delay, I had several problems at work and could only get free now, I'm really sorry."
Suddenly every bad thought you had had about him was gone.
Only little hearts surrounded your thoughts.
"Oh! No problem really, Isabelle is a lovely child and being with her doesn't get me tired at all." you replied looking at the child as well, giving her a sincere smile.
"Teacher y/n is so nice! She even re-did my braids, look daddy!" the little girl said, taking her braids to show them off.
The man made an astonished face as he played along with the little girl.
"How beautiful sweetie! Surely they came out better than mine" he said laughing slightly.
"No no!" you said putting your hands forward, shaking them "They were gorgeous this morning too, they got slightly messed up during the dancing and I fixed them, nothing more!"
The man in front of you smiled slightly at you before returning his gaze to the little girl who was slightly nodding.
"Alright then, come on Isa, let's free the teacher to go home," he said, leaning her down to let her walk on her own.
"Say goodbye and thank you" he finished by prodding the little girl who turned around making a slight bow in thanks and then shook her little hand in greeting.
"See you tomorrow Teacher!" Isabelle said.
"See you tomorrow Isa!" you replied smiling at her and then turned your gaze to the man next to her.
"See you tomorrow Teacher" he also said smiling and causing you to miss a beat.
"See you tomorrow Mr. Lee" you replied slightly embarrassed by the angelic smile of the man who was now walking away hand in hand with the little girl.
With your hand over your heart you tried to calm the quickening pulse as that gossip girl of Vivienne popped up at your side.
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