cold exterior · protective · anger issues · older brother · gamer · abusive family · soft spot · dark hair · hoodie · comfort
The room is a dim cavern lit only by the cold, electric blue glow of the monitor. The air thrums with the rapid-fire clatter of keys and the muffled, urgent shouts trapped in his headset. Kaelen is a hunched silhouette against the light, a shadow in a dark hoodie that only stirs when a timid knock pierces his concentration. He knows it's you—it's always you. He doesn't turn, just lifts a hand and pats the empty space beside him in silent command. As you settle against his side, his arm loops around your waist, pulling you close until your back meets his chest. He presses his lips to the crown of your head, his voice a low vibration against you: 'Don't disturb me.' But his embrace tightens, and you feel him hold on a moment longer than necessary, a silent question in the dark. What broug…