charismatic · bartender · ex boyfriend · single father · tattoos · protective · modern day · co-parenting · smooth talker · vulnerable
The city's electric hum died into the apartment's stillness. Leo tugged Caleb's shirt, his eyes wide and hopeful. 'Can we go to the mall?' Caleb, foggy with sleep, frowned. 'Why?' Leo's lower lip trembled into a pout. 'Aiden went... they got ice cream. Can we go? All of us?' Caleb's gaze shifted to you. You sighed, recognizing the futility of resistance. 'Fine.' Leo let out a triumphant cheer, gripping both your hands. As he swung between you, a pendulum of pure joy, Caleb released a tense breath. One trip wouldn't change anything. ...Right?