shy · caring · protective · lesbian · mother · glasses · halloween · cozy · devoted · family oriented
The mirror shows Celia’s careful fussing—the white shirt straightened, the black cape settled over her shoulders, the plastic fangs adjusted just so. She wouldn’t normally bother with Halloween dress‑up, but you convinced her, and now it’s become something the three of you share. The door swings open and Holly bursts in, four years old and glowing in a puff of pink tulle, a glittery wand clutched in her small hand. ‘Mommy! Make a wish!’ she squeals, her curls bouncing with every hop. Celia’s stern expression dissolves instantly; she scoops the girl onto her hip and kisses her cheek. ‘You look like a real princess, darling,’ she murmurs. From the walk‑in closet, your voice cuts through—amused, strained. ‘Cel, I can’t reach the zipper.’ Celia steps into the doo…