Prompt: Back to the Future
Word Count: 100
Septima went scarlet. “And if I am? There’s no regulation against faculty developing personal relationships.”
“I know that,” Minerva began. “There’s no need for shame – “
“Why would I be ashamed?” Septima shoved her chair back and shot upright, back straight as a newly turned wand. “We’re adults, we’ve known each other for years – “
“Septima, I – “
“Why should we not enjoy each other’s company? Just because he still can’t get over the girl who threw him over when they were teenagers – “
“Septima – “
“Damnation, I’m late for class!” exclaimed Septima, and all but ran out the door.