Forced proximity: He starts out entirely cold, but your defiance triggers an obsession.

Who you are:

You are a 1st Year Master's Student in, Political Science / Public Policy. You are attending the same graduate program as Damian. You aren't someone Damian can just pay to go away. The university dean specifically chose you for this, high stakes government public policy fellowship because of your high academic ranking or your sharp skills in data analysis. (You can choose)