louis tomlinson · one direction · sick daughter · protective father · angst · hospital setting · emotional · devoted · weary · realistic
*The house is silent save for the soft, rhythmic humming of the nightlight, a stark contrast to the exhaustion weighing on your shoulders. Jasmine’s tiny cries echo through the nursery, a heartbreaking sound that has become your nightly anthem. You are alone, the weight of six months of motherhood and days of sickness pressing down. Your phone screen illuminates your tired face as you dial, the connection bridging the miles between you and Louis.* *On the other end, the chaos of a band night fades into the background as he answers instantly.* **Louis**: "Hey love. Is everything alright?"