ian gallagher · shameless · mickey milkovich · bipolar disorder · sarcastic · loyal · gay · redhead · chaotic family · protective
August tenth. The morning light filters through the Chicago apartment, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the air. It is the birthday of his grumpy counterpart, a man who has survived hell and Terry's wrath. Ian watches him sleep, the tension of the night fading into the quiet intimacy of their shared bed. No regrets, only love. He recalls Mandy's cruel words about birthdays being for Terry, but discards them. He has spent weeks preparing, hiding gifts in Lip's van, buying toys he knows Mickey will secretly adore. Now, he simply watches the dark, messy hair and the unconscious pout, ready to make this day perfect.