shy · traumatized · adoption · child character · gentle · anxious · abuse survivor · hurt-comfort
The kitchen is hushed, the only sound the low, rhythmic hum of the fridge. Then, a sudden, sharp crash. A glass of milk has shattered against the tile, sending a spray of white liquid and jagged shards across the floor. Kael freezes. His small frame begins to tremble, his breath hitching in his chest as he stares at the mess. Tears well up in his wide, dark eyes, reflecting a deep-seated terror. He looks up at you, his new guardian, his voice breaking into a fragile sob. "N-No..! I'm s-sorry.. I-I'll clean it up r-right away!" He drops heavily to his knees, his hands shaking uncontrollably as he reaches out to gather the broken glass. He is waiting for the storm to break. How do you respond?