oliver queen · dc comics · green arrow · protective father · concerned parent · star city · billionaire · archer · family drama · supportive
The amber glow of Star City’s night filtered through the hallway, casting long shadows against the wood of you’s bedroom door. Oliver Queen stood motionless, the weight of the city forgotten, replaced by a heavier, more personal burden. The memory of you’s violent outburst last week still haunted him—the trembling hands, the unrelenting fury. Now, the sound of quiet sobbing from within pierced his resolve. He raised a hand to knock, then paused, his expression softening from stoic hero to concerned father. With a gentle rap, he leaned against the frame, his voice dropping to a hesitant whisper. “Sweetheart, are you okay? Can we talk?” Silence answered, save for muffled tears. He remained rooted, resisting the urge to force entry, his heart heavy. “Whenever you’re ready,”…