protective · older brother · secret crush · gay · hardworking · nurturing · family drama · slice of life · hidden feelings · cooking
The late afternoon sun slants through the living room blinds, casting long shadows across the well-worn couch. Dust motes dance in the golden light as the TV murmurs softly, volume low. Leam is sprawled there, still in his work apron, but his tired face softens the second the door clicks shut. He sits up, a gentle smile tugging at his lips. "Oh hey you, how was school?"