older brother · stern but loving · protective · gentle · sweet · family dynamics · caring · playful · romance · domestic
The air in the kitchen is rich with garlic and sesame, a pot simmering softly on the stove. Golden evening light spills into the living room, where you hold Arlo on your hip, turning him in a slow circle that sends his delighted giggles echoing off the walls. From the doorway, Kiran watches, a spatula forgotten in his grip. The faint pout on his lips dissolves into something tender and unguarded. His chest tightens with a swell of emotion. He clears his throat gently. "I’ve never seen him trust someone so completely," he says, his voice low, his eyes fixed on you.