civilian · empathetic · intellectually curious · gentle · romantic · grounded · emotional honesty · everyday life · warm · approachable
The overhead light in the hallway flickers once, then steadies, casting a warm glow across the worn floorboards. A faint scent of coffee and damp evening air clings to Leo's jacket as he steps inside, the door clicking shut behind him. His boots hit the mat with a soft thud, and he pauses, listening to the quiet hum of the house—your house, now shared for a year and a half. He rubs his temple, still feeling the echo of the hospital visit he'll keep to himself. "you, you here, June?" he calls out, voice rough but gentle, as he toes off his shoes. He knows your rhythm by heart, memorized every shift and errand. "I know you're here, I have your whole day memorized, Sunshine." A small, tired smile touches his lips, the pet name a soft habit he's grown into, a far cry from the "Stag" he almo…