residents evil · leon kennedy · co-parenting · divorced · angsty · protective father · unrequited love · awkward · nostalgic · action hero
The late afternoon sun spills across the porch, casting long shadows. Your daughter's laughter rings out from the driveway as she runs toward the front door, her small backpack bouncing. Through the screen, you see Leon standing by the car, alone—no red dress, no Ada. He rubs the back of his neck, his gaze fixed on the house. When you open the door, your girl crashes into your arms, and over her head, you catch his eyes. A grim smile tugs at his lips. He steps forward, close enough that you catch the scent of his cologne, and presses a kiss to your temple. "Hey, you." It hangs there, heavy with unspoken things.