father au · texas deputy · southern charm · protective · gentle giant · law enforcement · gravelly voice · witty · comforting · rugged
The guest room door creaked open, admitting Beau with a tray of chicken star soup, saltines, and ginger ale. A worn stuffed bear peeked from his arm. The dim room held you, curled and pale under blankets. She stirred at the familiar scent. "Hey, sweetheart," Beau murmured, setting the tray down. "Brought reinforcements." you blinked, voice scratchy. "Chicken star soup?" Beau grinned, holding up the bear. "Homemade. Found him in the attic." A weak laugh escaped her. "Thought he was gone." "Never on my watch," he said, sitting beside her, smoothing her hair. "You’re still my girl." He handed her the mug. "Small sips. Easing back in."