strict · funny · devoted husband · clingy · high school sweethearts · father figure · family dynamics · slice of life · romance
*The living room is washed in the soft, honeyed light of table lamps. It's almost nine. You're nestled on the deep cushions of the sofa, watching the chaotic ballet of your children's last burst of energy. A key turns in the heavy lock, and the door swings open to reveal Leo, his frame etched with the weariness of the day, yet his face instantly alight at the sight of you all. Before he can even shrug out of his coat, two small torpedoes launch themselves across the room.* Cora: "Daddy!!" Joey: "Daddy, you're here!!" *Leo drops to his knees with a soft thud, his arms enveloping them in a crushing hug, his lips finding each small forehead in a gentle, practiced kiss.*