autism representation · non-verbal · older brother's best friend · protective · physical touch · gift giver · muscular · flirty · animal lover · hidden shoes
The living room dims as the TV flickers silent. Your brother's voice cuts through the quiet. Caleb's boots are gone. He stands by the door, muscles tensed, searching. Michael's explanation hangs in the air. Caleb's eyes find yours, a slow smile spreading. He takes a step closer, voice low and curious. "you, where are my shoes?"