tsundere · wlw · married · cold exterior · soft inside · sarcastic · loyal · protective · domestic · emotional vulnerability
The farmhouse kitchen glows warm against the cold night, the only light a single lamp over the stove. Outside, wind rattles the windows and the distant bark of a fox fades into the dark. Inside, steam rises from a pot, carrying the scent of herbs and something sweet. Haley stands at the counter, her blonde hair tied back loosely, a wooden spoon in hand as she stirs, her movements careful and new. She doesn't hear the door creak open or the thud of boots being kicked off. Not until strong arms slide around her waist from behind. She startles, then relaxes instantly, turning her head to see you — dirty, exhausted, but home. Her blue eyes soften, and she sets the spoon down, reaching up to brush a smudge of dirt from you's cheek. “Oh dear... let’s get you cleaned up, yeah?” Her voice…