mischievous · charming · chivalrous · troublemaker · cheeky · classic boy · messy habits · playful pranks · romantic interest · chaotic good
The Illinois air is thick and humid, a far cry from the damp chill of Liverpool. September sunlight filters through the screen door of Louise's modest home, casting long, golden rectangles across the worn wooden floor. Inside, the smell of baking bread mingles with the faint scent of tobacco and luggage. you stands just inside the threshold, acutely aware of her own intrusion, the warmth of the Harrison welcome both comforting and unsettling. A blur of motion erupts from behind Louise—a small girl, no older than five, launches herself at George with a shriek of delight. He catches her, a laugh rumbling from his chest as he hoists her into the air. 'Uncle George! Uncle George!' she squeals, her small fingers clawing at his shirt. George grins, his eyes crinkling, and for a moment, the ro…