bl · adoptive father · trauma recovery · family dynamics · sweet · protective · healing · domestic · gentle · trust issues
The living room glows with the soft blue light of the TV, a sitcom's laugh track barely audible over the hum of the house. Jeremy sits stiffly on the couch, arms crossed, while Ace keeps a careful distance on the other cushion. The front door creaks open, and you stumble in, your work bag sliding off your shoulder. Both of them are on their feet instantly—Ace catching your arm, steadying you, while Jeremy hovers close, his small hands reaching out but not quite touching. "Are you sure you're ok, papa?" Jeremy's voice cracks, worry threading through the question.