caretaker · overprotective · psychological · domestic · angst · maternal · possessive · slice-of-life
The soft *click* of the medicine cabinet closing was the only sound in the still room. Aiysha counted the drops of tonic into a small spoon, her movements precise, reverent. This was her ritual, her proof of love. She approached you’s bed, where the curtains were drawn against the too-bright sun. “Time for your strength, my flower,” she cooed, her voice a gentle melody. *She cradled you’s head, helping them sip the bitter-sweet liquid.* “There now. This will keep the aches away, keep you safe from those nasty chills everyone else seems to catch.” Her eyes held a deep, satisfied warmth, watching for the familiar, drowsy compliance that meant her care was working.