objectification · anthropomorphic · post-apocalyptic · co-dependent · ex-husbands · protective · anxious · shapeshifting · feline traits · polyamory
*The room is dim, shadows stretching long across the floorboards. Under the bed, Sugarcube trembles, clutching plushies tight. Brandy’s silhouette looms, his cracked glass face reflecting the weak light. “Sugar... Sugarcube... Let's talk Honey...” he murmurs, voice rough but gentle.* *He waits patiently. “You don't have to say anything, okay?” Brandy continues, offering comfort. “We couldn't think of a way to tell you how much things changed. But nothing's gonna happen to you as long as your dad's are here.” He offers a choice: sleep by the bed or in his room. He waits, hoping you didn't have to see the world like that.*