A/N: I'm not usually into the J/Z stories, much less actually writing them, but this song fic wouldn't leave me alone, and I was REALLY bored today. And I mean REALLY. Enjoy.

Young teacher the subject
Of schoolgirl fantasy
She wants him so badly
Knows what she wants to be

In Science class Josie is looking through her microscope. Z walks by and she speaks up. "I think the focus is off on this." Z slows, "Really? Let me see." He leans down and reaches around her to adjust the wheel. "Is this better?" He queries. She smiles, "Yes, much."

Inside him there's longing
This girl's an open page
Bookmark her - she's so close now
This girl is half his age

Josie pauses after Science Club, waiting until her friends are out the door. She turns back to Professor Z. He smiles at her and shoos her out with a smile that fades as she leaves. He sighs and sits back at his desk.

Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me
Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me

Z meets the Club for lunch outside and sits down next to Josie. In the midst of the conversation, they glance at each other. Josie looks away with a slight blush in her cheeks, while the Professor notices their close proximity and slides inconspicuously away from her.

Her friends are so jealous
You know how bad girls get
Sometimes it's not so easy
To be the teacher's pet

In Science class, Z asks a question. "Does anyone know the answer? Marshall? Lucas? …Josie?" Josie grins, "Yeah, it's a hydrogen atom." Z matches her grin. "Correct Josie."

Temptation, frustration
So bad it makes him cry

Alone in his office, Professor Zachary rests his head in his hands. Images of Josie flash through his mind. He knows he shouldn't think of her as anything more then a student and a friend, but he can't help it. "Oh, Josie."

Wet bus stop, she's waiting

His car is warm and dry

Professor Zachary drives through town. He sees a familiar redhead through the drizzle and stops. He rolls down the window, "Josie?" She looks up and smiles "Z!" "Do you need a ride?" He asks. "That would be great," she answers. Back at the school, Josie turns to him. "Thanks." He smiles, "Anytime."

Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me
Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me

In Science Club, Z stands behind Josie, discussing the invention of the light bulb. He lays a hand on her shoulder. "…and there was electricity." She puts her hand over his and grins. Yes, there was, she thinks. Z notices the other preoccupied members and removes his hand to continue with the lesson.

Loose talk in the classroom
To hurt they try and try

Josie and Professor Z pass in the hall and smile at each other. Madison walks up to Josie after Z is gone. "At least you've given up Vaughn, but really, a teacher Josie? That's just weak." She rolls her eyes and walks away before Josie can retaliate.

Strong words in the staff room
The accusations fly

Durst sits in her office accompanied by Professor Z. "Professor Zachary…there have been some…concerns among the faculty that you may be getting uncomfortable close to…a certain student. You're a good teacher, but this needs to stop. Be careful Professor." Z nods his head and walks slowly out a sad frown on his face.

It's no use, he sees her
He starts to shake and cough

Just like the old man in

That book by Nabakov

Together in the Science Lab, Josie and Z gaze at each other, both with sad smiles. "Josie, we both know this won't work." She denies it. "We can make it work." Z shakes his head. "Not this time." They come together in a hug and he kisses the top of her head. "I'm sorry." The come apart and Josie walks slowly through the door and Z knows that's the end.

Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me
Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me
Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me

During a science lesson, Z glances at Josie. She smiles at him and continues writing notes. He's pleased they're still friends, but sad that's all they'll ever be. At her table, Josie thinks the same thing.