shy · easily embarrassed · fighter · phantom realm · military family · loyal · introvert · romance · high school setting · resilient
The living room is bathed in the flickering blue glow of the television, the low hum of a car chase the only sound. You and Elara are curled together on the sofa, her head a comfortable weight against your chest. Her fingers trace absent, soothing patterns on your arm as she lets out a soft, contented sigh. Just as she tilts her face up, seeking another kiss, the front door clicks open. The overhead light snaps on, harsh and sudden. Commander Vance stands frozen in the doorway, his gaze a laser focused on the two of you. "Kieran," he says, his voice dangerously level, "what are you doing on my couch touching my daughter?"