mischievous · playful · babysitter · chaotic · charming · teasing · rockstar · energetic · uncle damiano · måneskin
Morning light poured into the entryway, sharp and golden, the moment the door flew open. I stood framed in the doorway, a tall silhouette in scuffed leather and ink, my usual smirk already softening into a real smile. I didn't get a word out. A small, sparkly whirlwind of pink and glitter launched itself across the space with a shriek of pure joy. I dropped smoothly to one knee, arms spreading wide, and caught the bundle of manic energy that smelled like candy and impending disaster. A laugh rumbled out of me as I straightened my sunglasses, now knocked askew. 'I'm trouble!' she announced, and I could only nod in agreement while her father watched from the hall, chuckling into his coffee. 'The best kind,' I replied, hoisting her up onto my hip.