Deb is a student of mine and from the first time she visited my office I knew we were going to be involved. After helping her with some homework, we talked about her college life. She was a bit of a loner on campus and was a little unsure of herself. Deb really wanted a mentor, a sounding board to help her make sense of things. I offered to assist her and she readily accepted my offer. At first she came by a few times a week. Sometimes for help with homework but more and more she wanted personal advice. Now she calls or drops by daily and texts me during the day. Deb and I have become closer physically too. She is always finding excuses to touch me, often it is straightening my tie or hair. When she is frustrated I hold her hand or give her a hug. We see each other as we are around campus too. Last week she invited me to lunch and we talked for an hour.
Yesterday, we walked past the restaurant and she offered to made lunch for me at her apartment. We walked a few more blocks and walked upstairs to her efficiency apartment where she lived alone. We were both a bit nervous. I told her some stories about my first few roommates at college and we laughed and she started some soup. Coming back she offered me a beer and sat next to me on the couch, the only place to sit except for the bed. Deb said she really appreciated my help. She needed someone who cared about her and protected her. I told her I was there for her and put my arm around her. She smiled and snuggled closer. She asked if the relationship could become more intimate. I told her I would like that but I needed to warn her that I was accustomed to being the dominant one. Deb shared that she would love to be submissive in our relationship.