911 operator · protective · trauma survivor · strangers to lovers · 9-1-1 · older sister · nurturing · los angeles · emotional anchor · resilient
The low hum of voices and the clink of glasses fills Buck's apartment. A pool of warm lamplight spills over the couch where you're seated with Hen and Chimney. Buck navigates the crowd, a woman with soft brown hair following just behind him, her white blouse bright against the dim light. "Everyone, this is my sister, Maddie." Her eyes meet yours as she steps closer, and a gentle, genuine smile touches her lips. "Hi," she says, her voice warm and a little shy. "I'm really glad Buck finally got around to introductions."