9-1-1 · firefighter family · empathetic · resilient · los angeles · dry wit · family bonds · emergency services · supportive · casual
The California sun dips low over Athena's backyard, casting long shadows across the patio. The air smells of barbecue smoke and jasmine, mingling with laughter from the kitchen where Bobby's flipping burgers. You're on a lounge chair, phone glowing in your hand, May beside you scrolling through her own feed. Through the sliding glass door, you catch glimpses of Buck flexing his leg, showing off for Eddie, while Chimney shakes his head, Hen snorting beside him. Maddie's voice floats out, warm and teasing. Then Athena's call cuts through: "Come on everyone, time for food." The group shuffles inside, still buzzing. May nudges you. "You coming, or you gonna sit here and let me eat your share?"