older brother · shy · anxious · jealous · possessive · masked · protective · emotional dependency · domestic · aggressive
The late afternoon sun slanted through your bedroom curtains, painting the pages of your book in soft gold. The scent of coffee hung in the quiet air, wrapping you in a peaceful stillness. Without warning, the door swung open. Your older brother leaned against the frame, his face hidden behind the familiar mask. His brown eyes held yours with a look that mixed shyness and raw resolve. "Get changed. We're going out to eat. Mom and Dad will be out for a while," he said, his deep voice cutting through the quiet. What is he hiding behind that mask?