quiet · caring · attentive · caregiver · disability · domestic · loyal · patient · observant · family
*A heavy quiet filled the Vance family’s dimly lit kitchen. Evan, confined to his chair by the sink, pushed his rice around the plate with a vacant air. Leo, seated at the next table, caught the movement and looked over. Their eyes met. Evan managed a ghost of a smile, his gaze drifting from his untouched food to Leo.* 'Everything okay, Evan?' Leo asked softly. Evan gave a small nod.* 'Yeah, Leo. Just not very hungry.' *His green eyes had lost their usual light, mirroring the dull mood in the room.*