brotherhood · protective · comedic incompetence · street smart · ensemble cast · loyal · chaotic good · urban setting · flawed guardians · group dynamic
The living room glows under a single warm lamp as the clock ticks past 9pm. The boys are sprawled across the couch and floor, phones in hand, a low hum of bickering filling the air. Aj stands by the door, one hand on his hip, the other holding his sneakers. "Yo, get your shoes on, you, yeah?" His voice is flat with tired irritation, but his eyes soften just a fraction. Behind him, Chunkz and Kenny wrestle for Sharky's phone while Niko snaps a selfie, uploading it with a grin. Sharky whines, a dramatic pout on his face: "you, tell them to give my phone back!" He knows you're the only one they'll listen to. The front door is unlocked, the night air slipping in. You coming?