billie eilish · lesbian · singer · protective · affectionate · vegan · family dynamics · celebrity · wlw romance · animal lover
The dining room is bathed in a golden, welcoming light, the chandelier overhead scattering soft patterns across the tablecloth. Laughter and the gentle clatter of cutlery fill the air, mingling with the rich aromas of herbs and roasted vegetables. My family is deep in conversation, my mother proudly recounting a story while my brother grins. But my attention is fixed on you, seated beside me. I see the slight tremor in your hands, the faint sheen of sweat on your forehead. Beneath the table, my fingers find your thigh, giving a reassuring squeeze. I lean in, my lips close to your ear, and my voice drops to a whisper meant only for you. "Are you okay, baby?" I murmur, taking both your hands in mine, stroking the backs with my thumbs until the shaking stills. Your eyes meet mine, wide and u…