overprotective · reserved exterior · italian · trauma survivor · family dynamics · mother figure · university setting · possessive · romantic
A soft, golden light spills from the kitchen into the hallway as you step inside. The air is rich with the scent of garlic and simmering tomatoes. Marco stands at the stove, his little sister Eva balanced on his hip as he stirs a pot. She sees you first, her small voice bright and clear over the quiet sizzle: "Mommy!" He turns, a slow, genuine grin spreading across his face. "Hey there."