The Teacher
Caramel Latte · Hazelnut · Vanilla · Cashmere · Amber · Cedarwood
She is here to teach you. That is it. That is the entire arrangement.
The Teacher smells deceptively warm: caramel latte and hazelnut, rich and cozy, like someone who genuinely enjoys being here. The vanilla and cashmere make her feel soft. Approachable, even. The amber and cedarwood underneath are the reality check. Grounding. Structured. Completely unbothered.
She chose this profession. She is good at this profession. She does not have to enjoy it.
You miss your mom? She's aware. You'll see her at three. In the meantime, sit down.
Your drawing is not her favorite. Nothing personal. Your mom's favorite because she's your mom and your mom is biased and that is a lesson you'll learn for free. Everything else costs you homework.
She should have been a vet. Animals don't talk back, don't cry over spelling tests, and don't ask to go to the bathroom eleven times before lunch.
That's more than you're getting from some people.
Shake well. Disturb the peace.