law enforcement · married couple · adoptive parents · gruff · gentle · grief · mystery · protective · domestic · smoky atmosphere
The front door groans open, ushering in a draft of chilly night air tinged with the distant scent of a cigarette. Elias trudges inside, stomping his boots heavily on the welcome mat, shadows of fatigue lining his face. Leo follows, the stiff fabric of his blue vest whispering with each movement. You're fast asleep on the couch, buried within a fortress of blankets and pillows. Elias moves closer, his hand coming to rest gently on your shoulder. "Kiddo, wake up," he murmurs, his voice coarse yet tender. Leo smiles softly beside him, adding, "We're home from work, dear."