009

~Dorla

It felt strange being back in school after everything that happened with Jason.

The saga still left a bitter taste in my mouth, but I refused to let it show. If he had any shame left, he wouldn’t even look in my direction.

And if he dared to cross my boundaries, I’d slap him so hard his ancestors would feel it.

After all, he wouldn’t even be in this prestigious university if I hadn’t sponsored his education and pulled strings with my father’s connections. Ungrateful bastard.

I walked into Mr. Barry’s class and took my usual seat near the window. Almost immediately, I felt it, Jason’s eyes burning into me from across the room. He didn’t stop staring at me the entire lecture. Pathetic.

I was busy ignoring him when the door opened and a new teacher walked in. The entire class went silent.

Her beauty was striking, almost as beautiful as I was, but in a more mature, seductive way.

She's tall, elegant, with long dark wavy hair, full lips, and curves that made even the girls in class stare.

She wasn’t young like us, probably in her mid thirties, but she carried herself with so much confidence and sensuality that it was impossible not to notice. Top tier hot.

She smiled warmly at the class.

“Good morning, everyone. I’m Miss Valentina Rossi, your new class mistress and Chemistry teacher. I’ll also be handling some of your advanced practical sessions.”

The class erupted into applause. I didn’t join them. I just watched her.

Her eyes scanned the room and suddenly landed on me.

“And you are?” she asked, her voice smooth like velvet.

I stood up quickly, feeling strangely nervous.

“Dorla… Dorla De Luca,” I stammered.

A small, knowing smile touched her lips. “Nice to meet you, Dorla. Can you see me in my office after class? I’d like to have a word with you.”

I felt a flutter in my stomach. Why me?

I forced a smile and nodded. “Yes, Miss Valentina.”

She gave me one last lingering look before continuing with the class.

I sat back down, my mind racing. Jason was still staring at me like a lost puppy, but I couldn’t care less.

Something about Miss Valentina felt… different. Dangerous, even.

And I had a feeling this word she wanted to have with me wasn’t going to be about Chemistry.

Later in the day, the bell rang, signaling the end of class. I quickly packed my bag, my mind already focused on meeting Miss Valentina in her office.

I was curious and slightly nervous about what she wanted to talk about.

As I stepped out of the lecture hall into the busy corridor, I felt him before I saw him.

Jason.

He pushed through the crowd of students and planted himself right in front of me, blocking my path. His eyes were desperate, red-rimmed, and pathetic.

“Dorla, please. Just give me two minutes. I need to talk to you.”

I stopped walking and stared at him coldly. The hallway noise seemed to fade into the background.

“Get the fuck out of my face, Jason,” I said, my voice low but sharp enough to cut. “Before I make you.”

He flinched but didn’t move immediately. His mouth opened like he wanted to argue or beg some more.

I stepped closer, voice dripping with venom. “I said move. Or I swear I’ll slap the shit out of you right here in front of everyone.”

For a second, I thought he was going to keep pushing. But then something in my eyes must have convinced him. To my surprise, he actually stepped aside, head lowered like a beaten dog.

He didn’t say another word.

I didn’t even spare him a second glance as I walked past him, shoulders straight, heels clicking confidently against the tiled floor.

My heart was still racing with anger as I made my way toward the staff wing where Miss Valentina’s office was located.

Jason had some nerve. After everything he did, he still thought he could just walk up to me like nothing happened? Pathetic.

I reached the door with the nameplate “Miss Valentina Rossi” and took a deep breath.

Whatever this meeting was about, I hoped it would be more interesting than dealing with my worthless ex.

I knocked twice.

“Come in,” her smooth voice called from inside.

I stepped into the office and was immediately hit by how elegant it smelled, a mix of expensive perfume and fresh flowers.

She was sitting behind her desk, legs crossed, looking every bit like a woman who knew her power.

She smiled warmly as I closed the door.

“Please, sit down, Dorla,” she said, her voice smooth like velvet, every word pronounced with graceful precision.

I sat down, trying to appear relaxed even though something about her made me slightly nervous.

She leaned forward slightly, resting her chin on her manicured fingers, studying me with those sharp, beautiful eyes.

“So… Dorla De Luca,” she began elegantly, a small playful smile dancing on her lips. “Tell me, are you into lesbians?”

I blinked, then burst into a surprised smile. “Is that a joke?” I asked, raising an eyebrow.

Valentina chuckled softly, the sound low and musical. “Yes, it was a joke. Forgive me. I couldn’t resist making it.”

She paused for a moment, still smiling, then continued in that same soft, elegant tone.

“Do you have a boyfriend?”

I shifted slightly in my seat. “I recently broke up with him.”

“I see,” she said, nodding slowly. She didn’t rush. She was treading so carefully, circling around whatever she actually wanted to say. It was both amusing and slightly unsettling.

“And right now?” she asked gently. “Is there someone special in your life?”

I couldn’t help but think of Arnold, the way his presence makes my heart flutter, his rough hands, the way he fucked me senseless just this morning. A small smile crept onto my lips.

“Yeah… I’m into another guy right now.”

Miss Valentina leaned back in her chair, watching me with quiet amusement, like she could read between every line I wasn’t saying.

“You’re very beautiful, Dorla,” she said sincerely, her voice warm. “Whoever this guy is… he must consider himself extremely lucky.”

I felt heat rise to my cheeks. “Thank you. You’re really pretty too, Miss Valentina.”

She gave me a slow, graceful smile.

I stood up, suddenly feeling the need to leave before the atmosphere got any heavier.

“I should get going,” I said politely. “It was nice meeting you.”

“Likewise, Dorla,” she replied, her eyes lingering on me just a second too long. “Do come back anytime if you need anything. My door is always open for you.”

I nodded and quickly stepped out of her office, closing the door behind me.

My heart was beating faster than I wanted to admit.

There was something about that woman… something I couldn’t quite place.

I was heading toward the parking lot, bag slung over my shoulder, still thinking about that strange meeting with Miss Valentina when someone suddenly crossed my path.

Lila.

She was wearing her usual oversized jacket, sunglasses pushed up on her head, and that signature mischievous grin.

“Babes,” she said, falling into step beside me. “Did you really go see the new hot teacher?”

I let out a breath and nodded. “Yeah, I did.”

She raised an eyebrow. “And?”

“I think that lady is a bitch,” I said bluntly. “A smooth, elegant, seductive bitch. The way she was talking to me… the way she was looking at me… I know a lesbian when I see one. She was definitely acting like one.”

Lila’s eyes lit up with interest. She slowed down as we reached my car.

“Wait… so she was flirting with you?” she asked, clearly amused. “Can I try seducing her or something? She sounds like my type.”

I stopped walking and frowned at her.

“No,” I said firmly. “Don’t even think about it. You shouldn’t cheat on my dear Mia like that.”

Lila burst out laughing, throwing her head back dramatically.

“Cheat?” She shook her head, still chuckling. “Me and Mia aren’t really dating or committed like that. We’re just having fun together. No labels, no rules. We fuck, we eat, we laugh… and that’s it.”

I stared at her for a second, surprised. “Seriously?”

“Very serious,” she said with a wink. “So… if the new teacher is actually into girls and she’s as fine as you say, I might just shoot my shot.”

I rolled my eyes and unlocked my car. “You’re impossible.”

Lila grinned and leaned against the car door.

“Tell me more about her later. I need details, how she looked at you, how she sounded… everything.”

I shook my head, smiling despite myself as I got into the car.

“Bye, Lila. Go and behave.”

She blew me a kiss. “Never!”