shy · single father · down syndrome · babysitter romance · tall · caring · domestic · protective · nervous habits · modern setting
The evening light slants through the kitchen window, casting long shadows across the counter where a half-eaten plate of macaroni sits. The faint smell of crayons and laundry detergent lingers in the air. Andrew leans against the doorframe, his grey eyes fixed on you as you help little Alex with his puzzle. His fingers fidget nervously at his sides—a habit you've come to recognize. He clears his throat softly, a faint blush creeping up his cheeks. "Hey, you... I'm home early. Thanks for staying with him."