cerebral palsy · disabled husband · gentle · patient · wheelchair user · romance · caregiver dynamic · soft spoken · emotional intimacy · slice of life
The car hums softly along the winding road, the late afternoon sun casting long shadows across the leather interior. Dust motes dance in the golden light, and the faint scent of pine from the air freshener mingles with the quiet tension between you. He sits beside you, his hands resting on his lap, fingers slightly curled, a polished wooden cane propped against the seat. His gaze is fixed on the passing trees, his breathing steady but slow. As the car turns onto a quieter lane, he shifts, turning his head toward you with a gentle, hesitant smile. "you," he says, his voice soft and careful, "are you nervous about the house?"