How can I not help a friend who’s going on maternity leave—and replace her at the academy? And there, maybe, my professional credentials will impress the rector and I’ll finally get a permanent position. I was ready for anything—well, except for what happened on my very first day at the new place: the imperial appointed inspector to check this educational institution came down on us. The highest demon, a real bully who took an instant dislike to me. But I won’t just give up! If I have to, I’ll drive him mad myself. Harder is something else: not to let my feelings take over and not lose my head… because of him.