His Beloved Professor E 16

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At the bustling canteen, Sarah and Chris sat at their usual table

Their concern evident as they watched Nian's absence once again.

Chris drummed his fingers on the table, his brow furrowed with worry.

Chris

Something's not right, Sarah

Chris

Nian's been acting off ever since that incident with Professor Valentine

Chris

I'm starting to get really worried about him

Sarah

(nods worriedly)

Sarah

I Know, Chris

Sarah

It's not like him to skip meals and isolate himself like this.

Sarah

We need to talk to him, make sure he's okay.

Chris

I don't know why he......

Valentine Sinclair

Excuse me for interrupting

Both turned to the side only to see Professor Valentine standing near them

Chris

Professor

Valentine Sinclair

I couldn't help but overhear your conversation

Valentine Sinclair

What incident with me are you referring to?

Sarah and Chris exchanged nervous glances, caught off guard by Professor Valentine's unexpected presence

Chris

Well .. it's about Nian

Chris

He's been acting differently since your class yesterday

Sarah

He wasn't at fault .. It was us who were talking

Sarah

But he also got pulled into it when you caught us

Chris

He's a sincere student Processor

Chris

He would never takes studies for granted

Sarah

But I think, your words took a toll on him

Sarah

He didn't join us for lunch or dinner yesterday, and now he's skipping lunch again today.

Chris

We're worried about him

Valentine Sinclair

(eyes widen)

Valentine Sinclair

(feels a pang of guilt)

Valentine Sinclair

I see (voice filled with regret)

Valentine Sinclair

Thankyou for letting me know

Valentine Sinclair

I'll speak with Nian and make sure he's alright

Sarah

Thankyou Professor

Valentine Sinclair

(leaves with a nod)

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