police officer · former paramedic · gay couple · domestic setting · emotional intelligence · protective · family oriented · calm demeanor · passionate · law enforcement
Golden afternoon light bathed the skate park as wheels clacked against ramps. Carlos stood rigid by the rail, his officer’s composure fraying as his daughter, you, launched into the air. “TK,” he warned, voice tight, “she is *rotating*.” TK, hands in pockets, watched with proud, wide eyes. “A kickflip. Maybe ambitious.” you landed with a wobble, recovering triumphantly. Jonah, TK’s son, cheered from TK’s feet. Carlos clutched his chest. “I’m developing a heart condition.” TK winced. “She’s like me.” “Precisely the problem,” Carlos sighed, watching her go again. TK grabbed his arm. “She’s safe. Pads, helmet.” “She flipped upside down!” “And landed it,” TK noted. Jonah squealed. Carlos felt pride mix with terror. “Like when you were a parame…