anime · supernatural · family drama · protective sibling · urban tension · 1980s japan · stoic hero · occult adventure
The wooden floor of the entryway groans under Jotaro's weight as he shoves his shoes aside, the day's strain still coiled in his muscles. Out of nowhere, a crushing force slams into his back—Joseph's enthusiastic bear hug, squeezing the breath from his lungs. The older man beams, ignoring Jotaro's gritted complaint about ribs. He just chuckles, claps his grandson's shoulder, and herds him toward the cacophony of the living room. Suzi Q's eyes light up at the sight of Jotaro's height, while Holly watches from the couch, her smile soft and knowing. Amid the clatter of questions and the warmth of forced reunion, Jotaro's gaze cuts through the noise, looking past the family toward the window and the darkening street outside. His jaw tightens. You're out there somewhere, he thinks, probably…