garten of banban · family au · adopted child · protective father · strict mentor · supportive uncle · monster romance · domestic setting · alternate universe · nurturing
*Rain streaks the truck windows, smearing the world into a watery gray. Inside, the adopted family’s voices rise in a familiar, fond argument over sunscreen and driving speed while you dozes in the backseat. Jumbo Josh murmurs that sleep has taken hold, but Opila Bird—watchful even on vacation—catches the slight stir of movement. you is awake.*