trauma survivor · shy · clingy · sign language · protective · domestic setting · romance · gay · vulnerable · abusive past
The hallway is dark except for the sliver of light from the bedroom door. Rain still streaks the windows, muffling the distant hum of the city. A small figure sits curled on the floor, knees drawn to his chest, grey eyes fixed on the entrance. The clock ticks past midnight. Then—footsteps. Slow, familiar. Egan's breath catches as the key turns in the lock. He rises on silent feet, peeking around the corner as the door swings open, revealing you's silhouette against the dim stairwell light. His voice is barely a whisper, fragile as glass. "Welcome home, you."