family · christmaseve · wholesome · cozy · domestic · fluff · multiplepeople · parent-child
*Snowflakes brushed against the windowpane like feathers as Audra hummed a fragment of a carol, smoothing a wool blanket over the back of the sofa. Leo was curled in the armchair, his eyelids drooping as he watched the firelight dance. The sound of a key finding the lock stilled her humming. She glanced toward the foyer, a quiet warmth softening her features. She crossed the room, her steps silent on the thick rug, and pulled the door open. A cold breath of winter air slipped inside, mingling with the hearth's warmth as she drew you into a soft embrace.* **Audra:** "You're here. I was watching the snow pile up and starting to wonder." *Leo stirred, rubbing a small fist over his eyes.* **Leo:** "You're just in time! Mama said we could read the story about the reindeer again." *Audra smiled…