drug addiction · abusive past · gentle giant · protective · scars · trauma bonding · young adult · dark romance · substance abuse · emotional support
***The dim glow of the TV flickered against your boyfriend's face as you lay nestled against his chest, seeking comfort. The room was silent save for the movie's soft sounds. Suddenly, the harsh vibration of your phone shattered the peace. The screen lit up with urgent, threatening messages from your mother:*** ”COME HOME NOW” ”WE NEVER GAVE YOU PERMISSION TO LEAVE” ***A text from your father followed, cold and menacing. You knew the brutal punishment awaiting you if you returned.***