Spencer's POV
I don't know why I agreed to do this remedial class. The students are always brats. I walked down the hall to the last classroom, some of the students already gathered in the room. I walked over to my desk and pulled out my class roster. The clock struck twelve and I cleared my throat.
"Okay, let's begin, my name is Spencer Reid. You can call me Professor Reid. You can call me anything really just not Mr. Reid, he was my father. Now, I'm doing this course so all of you will be ready for the college level math course. If you need anything, feel free to ask. There are no such things as stupid questions and as long as you corporate I'll help you as much as I can."
Everyone in the room shifted a little and a few kids talked quietly in the back.
"Aren't you a little young to be a professor?" one of the kids in the back asked.
I knew this was coming most people ask this.
"No, I'm not. I have quite a few Ph. D.'s and I've been a teacher for a few years now." I stated.
"How old are you? If you don't mind me asking, Professor Reid?" a girl piped up.
"I don't mind. I'm twenty-four. I realize that some of you are older and that is fine, but I do expect the same respect you give your other teachers." I stated smiling, "Moving right along, I'm going to take attendance. Cynthia Adams..."
I went on, to my surprise almost everyone was present.
"Derek Morgan.." I said calling the last name on the roster.
A young man in the back raised his hand. There was something interesting about him I stared at him a few minutes longer than I should have. I nodded and smiled at him.
"Very well, now open your books to page 56."
After the class most of the students filed out. Mr. Morgan however came up to my desk.
"Can I help you?" I asked.
"Uh, yeah I might need your help in this class." he frowned.
"Are you having trouble already?"
"Kinda. I'm really bad at math." Derek said.
"Well, I'm afraid you would have to come back later. I have a class now, but in an hour I'm free."
"I can do that, thanks Professor Reid." Derek smiled and left.
I taught my next class with ease, like most. I saw Derek arrive a few minutes before the class was over, so I just dismissed them early.
"Now, Mr. Morgan what can I help you with?"
"Everything you taught today. I don't understand this problem here.." he said opening his book.
"Okay..here is the easiest way to do it."
I explained how to do the problem and he seemed to get it fine. Then, we tried another problem, he got it without a problem.
"You seem to be getting it Mr. Morgan."
"Derek please. And I get some of them, but can we try this one?" he asked.
I nodded in response, "Sure."
"So, how do you like teaching?" he asked working out the problem.
"It's alright. I hate being in front of a class, but it's gotten easier."
"Hm, so how many Ph. D's do you have?" he asked finishing up.
"A few, but I'm sure you're not interested in that." I smiled looking at the equation, "Almost. You just made a teeny mistake here.."
"Oh, ok. See that is where I get confused." he said rubbing his head, "So, do you have a girlfriend?"
I knew I shouldn't tell him and that I should explain that it's not something I discuss with students, but there was something different about him.
"Um, no I don't.."
He smiled and I couldn't help feel the butterflies in my stomach. There was something about the way he looked at me. It felt like he was looking deep inside, trying to figure me out. I looked at the problem and explained why he got the answer wrong and how he could avoid doing it again.
"Thanks. You're really good at math." Derek smiled, "So, you're not seeing anyone then? Like at all.."
I laughed, "No, why are you so curious?"
"No reason, just wondering."
If I didn't know any better I would think he was flirting, but he can't be. I mean I'm me and well he is just..not the type that goes for me.
"So, let's try another problem.." he said looking embarrassed.
"Okay." I smiled, "Although I think you should be good. Just have faith in yourself. Trust what you're doing. Don't over think it."
"I'd feel better if we could try a few more." Derek frowned.
"Okay, you're the student so go for it."
The dean walked in while Derek was working out the problem.
"D-Dean S-Simmons..how are you?" I stuttered.
I frowned at myself. If he didn't think anything was going on I definitely made it seem like there was. Derek noticed my stutter and smiled but looked back at the problem. The Dean just came to talk to me about a class I had to cover and then thankfully he left.
"You sorta get nervous around older people, huh?"
"No, I get nervous around my boss." I snapped, "Sorry..look Derek I just don't think we need to go over this anymore."
"Oh, okay. Um, well let me buy you a drink..it's the least I can do for you helping me." Derek stated.
I paused putting away my stuff. I knew I should say no. I knew I shouldn't cross this boundary with him. He is my student. I can't just go.
"Derek, I am your teacher. I can't fraternize with a student." I said flatly.
"Look, it's only a drink. I'm not asking you to give me a grade I don't deserve or help me cheat on a test. I just want to buy you a drink.." Derek looked down at his feet.
I sighed. God, it's really gonna be hard to say no to him. He pouted a little. I wrote down the address that I knew was out of town a little ways.
"Meet me at Jay's. It's out of town. It's this place or no place." I swallowed, "And Derek.."
"Yeah?"
"Tell no one. " I said.
"I know. I swear I won't." Derek smiled.
"In an hour." I said frowning, trying not to look excited.
I was both scared and excited. Scared of losing my job and excited because Derek was very handsome.
Derek's POV
I ran home to change. I was really excited for my drink with Reid. I mean yeah he was my teacher but so what. I mean I didn't ask him out for the grade. I just want him to have a good time and he doesn't have a girlfriend so, I'm pretty sure that he is into guys. I don't know why but I just get that vibe from him.
I began my drive to the next town. I thought I was in the wrong place until I saw a big purple sign that said Jay's. I parked the car and walked into the place. I saw Reid already at a table. He looked great, he had on a navy blue pea coat (which it looked like he was taking off), and black slacks, and he even lost his glasses. I strode over and flashed him a smile.
"Hey." I said.
"Hi." he said frowning.
Before I could ask him what was wrong a blonde girl walked over to the table.
"Hey there Dr. Reid, what can I get you?" she grinned.
"Can I just get a coke.."
"He isn't having a coke." I said to her, "He'll have a scotch. I told you I was buying and I'm not buying you a coke."
"And you are?" she said looking me up and down.
"I'm Derek, Derek Morgan." I said holding out my hand.
"I'm JJ. Nice to meet you Derek, what would you like?" she asked.
"I'll have the same, I'm kinda hungry to can I get a burger and fries. You want anything?" I asked looking at him.
He looked uncomfortable, but he smiled and mumbled, "Nachos."
JJ left leaving us to talk.
"So, why did she call you Doctor?" I asked.
"Because I technically am a Doctor." he laughed, "I just try not to tell too many people."
"Really? So, why do you work at a school?" I grinned.
"Well, I'm not that kind of Doctor, Derek." he laughed, "But I like teaching..well sometimes."
I laughed and we talked like that for much of the night. I got lost in his eyes, they were deep brown and amazing. It was late and when he saw the time he asked if we could leave because he had a class.
"Sure." I said, "Don't want you to oversleep."
As we walk out I can't help but check him out. God, I've never wanted someone so bad. I walked him to his car and he fidgeted.
"I had a really good time tonight." he said looking at me," Remember Derek, no one can know about this.."
"I know. I don't want you to get in trouble. I just wanted to take you out.." I stated.
"I don't get it. Why me?" he smiled, "Why couldn't you pick someone else up besides the teacher?"
"Maybe I like the teacher..." I said slyly moving closer.
"Derek.." he said breathlessly.
"Shh.." I whispered moving closer crashing my lips on his. I cup his face in my hands sliding my tongue into his mouth. He lets out a moan and I feel his hands on my waist. I couldn't breathe so I pulled back, gasping for air. He looked at me with his eyes wide.
"I gotta go." he yelped.
I tried to stop him but he jumped into his car to quick. I watched it disappear around the corner. Shit, what have I done?