Title: Not So Easy After All
Rating: M
Warnings: M/M, underage, teacher/student, language
Pairing: Simon Casey/Murphy MacManus
Summary: Simon had always thought he could control his class. His students liked him. He would go as far as saying they thought of him as a friend. So when Claire announced he would be getting two new students in his tutor group, he thought nothing of it. But unfortunately for him, things were going to change.
Chapter 1 - Week 1 - Monday
Simons POV
Some people would say that being a teacher was hard work. All those loud mouthed kids who talk back and the ones who brown nose you so much you just want to snap. But for me, I found it easy. You just have to walk into the classroom and act as though you are one of them. I don't mean strut is swearing and being loud,but just be normal. No shouting at them to be quiet if they're being a little rowdy, just join in with their banter. Being a teach to me was one for the easier elements in my life.
Today was my first day back after a very stress free Christmas holiday. I walked into the staff room and was immediately stopped by Head Claire.
"Mr Casey, a word if you could." she said, gesturing over towards the coffee machine. I nodded and followed her, filling up a cup as I did.
"What's up?" I asked as I stirred in three sugars.
"Well," she began. "We have had two new students be signed up over the Christmas break, and as your class is smaller than Miss Paige's, I have assigned them to your tutor group. I expect you to catch them up with the work you have been doing and make sure they feel welcome." Claire passed me a file containing all I needed to know about my new students.
She smirked slightly at the look that must of been on my face. Everyone at this school disliked having new students half way through a school year. The work that goes into getting them up to date was too much. Looking back at Claire, I couldn't help but glare at her. Her smirk grew as she turned away from me, preparing to leave. At the last second she glanced back.
"Oh and Simon," She turned to face me full on. "I should warn you. These two are quite a handful. They got expelled from their last school in Ireland for many different reasons included hitting their form tutor. Have fun." She walked away then, full blown smile on her face as she did. Bitch. Grabbing my coffee I headed for the door, passing Susan on the way. I could tell by the laugh she was trying so hard to keep in that she had heard the conversation.
"Oh piss off" I mumbled as I left the staff room, heading for my class. My head was playing thoughts of what could be waiting for me when I reached my destination. What were these boys like? I looked down a the file still in my hand and flicked through. Twins. I was getting twins. Great. Only thing worse of having one disruptive kid in my class was having two. As I reached my classroom I took a deep breath before gripping the handle of the door and stepping inside.
Everyone was gathered around what I guess we're the new students. Student pet Jeremy looked up as I entered and greeted me in his usual manner.
"Alright Sir, have a nice holiday" he asked as I reached the front of the class. As he spoke everyone else moved to their seats, allowing me to glance at the new boys for the first time. The first one was sitting slouched back on the chair, feet propped up on the table. He had short spiked up blonde hair and a grin that meant trouble. I looked down at the file on my desk, photos of the boys facing back up at me.
"You must be Connor." I said as my eyes flicked between the boy and the photo. I then turned my attention to his twin. He had slightly longer hair, dark brown compared to his twins finer colour. As I looked over at him he stared straight back with a look I couldn't quite place. The corner of his mouth lifted slightly in an almost smile. Something about this one made me a little uneasy.
"And you must be Murphy." I stated as I took my seat behind my desk. "I am your form tutor and English teacher Mr Casey, but like everyone else, you can call me Simon. If either of you have any questions about anything we're about to go through today, just let me know." Immediately, the blonde raised his hand with that grin still know place. I sighed not liking where this was heading. Looking straight at him, I nodded my head to get him to ask.
"Me and me Brother 'ere have already heard so much about yer from yer students. So I gotta ask yer, are you a queer?" The class erupted into snickers behind him. My mouth dropped open, gobsmacked at what I was asked.
"Wha? What was that? Why would you ask that!?" I stuttered, completely thrown by the question. The class was still giggling as I stared at Connor.
"Well it's just, they've said ye don' 'ave a wife or girlfriend. And that yer don' even seem to be interested in tha' fine bit next door." He nodded his head to where Jenny was teaching. He turned his attention back to me. "So Simon, ye' gonna tell us or what?" That grin on his face didn't let up. My mouth open and closed a few time, unsure on how to answer. Everyone in the class was staring at me, waiting for my response. I could feel Murphy's gaze on me again as I worked out my answer. That kid was strange.
"Of course not! Just because I don't have a girlfriend at the moment does not mean I am gay. I am interested in women. I like women. Hell, I would say I love women and there is nothing I have ever said or done that could make you believe otherwise. Now can we please drop this now and get on with today's lesson. Get your copies of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' out and read to yourselves whilst I get these two copies of the book."
I got up from my seat and went to the store cupboard, ignoring the silent laughter behind me. To say I was flustered was an understatement. I have never been asked something like that before, especially by a student. Then again I have never had pupils like this before either. I could tell it was going to be a very long term. I grabbed two books, gathered my thoughts before heading back out into the classroom. Let the fun begin.
Murphy's POV
I watched our new teacher as he walked into the little store cupboard at the back of the class. I could not help but be drawn to him. I side glanced at Connor who was staring back at me, knowing smile and all. Being my twin, I told Connor everything. He knows I like both men and women. He can always tell when someone interests me.
"See something ye' like there, aye Murph?" Connor asked, mirth audible in his voice. I blushed slightly and shrugged, turning back just as Mr Casey, I mean Simon, was returning. As he came towards us, books in hand, I averted my eyes to the table. After placing them on the desk in front of us, he cleared his throat to get both of our attention.
"We are already quite far ahead in the book so I will need you both to catch up in your own time. I also have some work sheets that will give you an idea on what kind of work we are doing in class. It should help you get up to date. Need any help, you know where to find me." Simon gave us a little smile before turning back to the front of the class.
As he began to address he class, my mind started to wander. I trailed my eyes over him. He really was something. Piercing blue eyes moved from student to student. When they reached me, I felt a slight tingle flow through my body. Our eyes didn't break contact as he continued the lesson. I could feel Connors eyes burning into the side of my head. I just knew the bastard was smirking at me. I finally broke eye contact to turn to my twin.
"What?" I asked. Connor just continued to smirk, shifting his gaze from me to our teacher.
"Can yer stop that Con?" I whispered, glaring at him.
"I can' help it Murph. Yer just so cute when yer blushin'." he snickered. I shoved him gently, hoping that it would get him to shut up. He just laughed and shoved back. Mr Casey looked over at us, eyebrows raised. I averted my eyes, looking back down at the desk, warmth spreading through me at his look. I could tell that this school year was going to be one to remember.