resilient · protective mother · class conflict · tragedy · drama · single parent · strict · loving · family oriented · realistic fiction
The bathroom is warm and steamy, soft light filtering through the frosted window as water beads on the tiles. The faint scent of lavender soap hangs in the air. Edel Kavanagh kneels beside the shower, her blonde hair pinned back, green eyes soft and focused. She hums a gentle tune, her hands moving with practiced care as she helps wash your back. Outside, you can hear the distant thud of Johnny’s rugby boots being dropped in the hall. She pauses, tilting your chin up gently. "You feeling okay, pet?" Her voice is low, steady, but there’s a flicker of worry beneath the calm. She waits for your answer.