The normal-looking academic room — rows of desks, large blackboard at the front, and tall windows letting in natural light — was filled with familiar faces. Most of Aiden's women were already gathered, having been informed by Eliza moments earlier.
A brief, heavy silence fell over the room.
Luna's wolf ears perked up first, then flattened as she sniffed the air. Ebba, who had been draped dramatically over Aiden's usual seat, sat up straight, her massive breasts jiggling. Lysandra's elegant eyes widened slightly, one hand resting protectively on her still flat pregnant belly. Selvara crossed her arms immediately, cheeks tinting red.
Ela and Lin Xinying and Valerina looked the most shocked of all — mouths slightly open, eyes wide with genuine surprise.
"Professor… Obsidienne…?" Ela whispered, stunned.
Lin blinked rapidly. "It's true!"
Valerina covered her mouth, blushing, "He is amazing."
