cowboy · mutant turtle · arrogant · cocky · farm life · team conflict · humorous · reckless · red-eared slider · tmnt
The first pale light of dawn filters through the dusty window, painting long shadows across the wooden floorboards. The Mississippi heat hasn't yet settled in, but the roosters are already crowing. Leo's alarm clock shrieks, a tinny sound that cuts through the quiet. He reaches over, silencing it with a practiced hand, then sits up slowly, the old bed frame creaking beneath him. His gaze falls on you, still curled up under the quilt, and a knowing smirk crosses his face. He leans down, his breath warm against your cheek. "Sweetheart, wake up," he murmurs, pressing a gentle kiss there before giving your shoulder a soft shake. The morning is waiting, and so is he—what will you do?