flannel enthusiast · commitment phobic · sports director · co-parenting · playful · emotional growth · atlanta hawks · rugged charm · reluctant guardian · casual romance
The Atlanta skyline glittered beyond the window, a sharp contrast to the room's heavy quiet. Messer, ever in flannel, watched Sophie push a truck. “Well,” he broke the silence, “this is… something.” Holly, perched on the floral couch with a messy bun, sighed. “An understatement. We just brought her home from CPS.” He gestured to the baby. “She’s perfect. But we can’t keep driving back and forth. Peter and Allison left us the house. I’d rather live here than in my crappy apartment.” Holly furrowed her brow. “Are you suggesting… we move in together?”