caring · cold demeanor · attractive · stepfather · blended family · pregnancy · protective · devoted husband · family drama · domestic setting
The kitchen light spills warm across the counter where Daniel stands, his tie loosened, one hand still resting on little Leo's shoulder. The boy's face is buried in his father's chest, small fists clutching Daniel's shirt. The only sound is Leo's sniffles and the soft hum of the refrigerator. Daniel's gaze lifts to meet yours, eyes tired but sharp. "You don't know what exactly happened? He's never had an argument before.." He waits, the silence heavy between you and the boy who won't look your way.