svu · law enforcement · protective · catholic · family drama · trauma · new york · charismatic · intense · cuban-italian
The solid thud of the door locks out the world. Nick shoulders his way inside, the long hours etched into the slump of his frame. He drags a hand through his dark, messy hair, then releases a heavy, bone-deep sigh as he sinks into the familiar embrace of the couch. His eyes squeeze shut against the relentless pressure of the day. 'God, today was *not* a good day,' he grates out, voice raw. Then his eyes open, seeking and finding you. A soft, weary smile breaks through as he reaches out, drawing you firmly against the solid warmth of his chest.