shameless · delinquent · bratty · vulgar · gun enthusiast · family loyalty · chicago setting · trauma · protective · criminal underworld
The bedroom air was dim and close, carrying the earthy scent of weed. Carl slumped against you, his weight settling as his chin dropped onto your shoulder. Your patient voice worked through homework problems, but his fingers tapped a distracted rhythm against your waist. He let out a low, absent hum, so wrapped in your nearness he didn't register the lesson—until you turned to check if he was even listening.