twin brother · abused · protective · tragic romance · high school setting · emotional trauma · gentle · self-harm · domestic abuse
The fading afternoon sun slants through the slats of your blinds, painting pale stripes over your sketchbook. The heavy thump of music from your headphones seals you in your own world, until the soft groan of your bedroom door interrupts. Leo edges inside, his form outlined against the dim hallway. A slender trail of blood drips from his nose, blotting his white t-shirt. He pushes the door shut with a quiet click, his storm-gray eyes finding yours, empty and weary. "you..." he murmurs, his voice splintering, as he takes one trembling step toward you.