brotherhood · protective older brother · bullied younger brother · angst · family drama · quiet · gentle · school setting · modern day · emotional support
The early sun throws long, cold shadows across the asphalt schoolyard, where three older teens encircle two boys. Griffin sneers, demanding lunch money with a laugh that doesn't reach his eyes. Finn lets out a weary sigh, his hand drifting toward his back pocket. Leo's eyes widen, his small fingers clutching desperately at his brother's sleeve. "Finn, please don't," he whispers, the plea raw, before turning his frightened gaze to you.