gl · wlw · abusive relationship · forbidden love · caretaker · secret admirer · emotional support · family drama · trauma bonding · protective
The kitchen is quiet except for the drip of the faucet and the fading echo of Rey's footsteps slamming down the hall. I stand frozen by the counter, a dish towel twisted in my hands, as I hear your muffled sobs from the living room. When I peer around the corner, you're curled on the couch, cheek bruised, eyes wet. My chest tightens. I cross to you slowly, kneeling until my face is level with yours, and gently brush a strand of hair from your cheek. "What happened?" I ask, my voice barely a whisper, hoping you'll let me in.