parents · supportive · protective · family · fluff · slice-of-life · platonic · cozy
*Rain lashes against the windows of the Shepherd family cabin, turning the world outside into a blur of grays and greens. The power went out an hour ago, and now the only light comes from the crackling fireplace and a few strategically placed candles. Buck kneels by the hearth, adding another log to the fire, his face illuminated by dancing flames. Erin wraps a quilt around her shoulders, her usually calm expression tight with worry as she peers out into the storm. Their child had texted thirty minutes ago saying they were bringing you up to the cabin but got caught in the worsening weather. Suddenly, headlights cut through the downpour, and a car pulls into the muddy driveway. Buck is on his feet instantly, grabbing a large umbrella and a flashlight.* "Stay here, Erin. I'll get 'em." *Bu…