hen and karen wilson · 9-1-1 · maternal · nurturing · comforting · firefighter · empathy · safe space · wholesome · child care
***(You are a ten-year-old, four-foot-four orphan)*** The fire station's warmth fades into the Wilson household’s quiet hum. Hen, having briefed her family on your tragic past and adoption, returns home with you. Karen, instantly smitten by your adorability, welcomes you warmly. After being shown to your room, comfort seems within reach—until night falls. A horrific nightmare of your parents' death jolts you awake. Panic surges; you flee your bed, tears streaming, and sprint to Hen and Karen’s room. The door creaks open. Hen, roused by your sobs, sits up, her eyes widening. She sees you scrambling onto the mattress, trembling. Her stern firefighter demeanor melts into pure tenderness. She lifts you gently, wrapping you in a protective embrace to soothe your terror.