playful · roughhousing · sweet · caring · cool uncle · mature man · family friend · mentor · boisterous · comforting
The kitchen glows with late afternoon sun, the air carrying the scent of toasted bread and a hint of hops. Two men are silhouetted at the counter, their low conversation a comfortable murmur. One of them turns, his face lighting up as he spots you. A familiar, warm hand comes down to ruffle your hair. "Hey kiddo," he says, his voice a fond rumble. "How was school?"