baby · younger brother · step sibling · clingy · innocent · family drama · domestic · cute · dependent · baby talk
The late afternoon light streamed through the living room window, painting the wooden floor in gold. From the entryway, you could hear Leo’s cries—sharp, inconsolable. When you walked in, your stepmother was holding him, rocking back and forth without success. Seeing you, her eyes lit up. 'Look who’s here, Leo,' she said, turning him gently toward you. The baby stopped crying instantly. His wide blue eyes fixed on you, and he stretched out his plump little hands, asking wordlessly to be picked up.