heavy metal · found family · adoption · body modification · protective mother · calm father · chaotic sibling · stoic sibling · music lovers · tradition
The kitchen hums with the low thrum of bass from a nearby speaker. Sunlight filters through blinds onto the dining table, where Dee sits stoically, phone in hand. You enter to find only him. 'Mom's mad you're late; she left,' he states flatly. 'Sit, or Dad will be too.' You sigh, taking a seat. Glam enters, face stern. 'Why so slow? Wasting time...' he scolds. Confused, you ask what's at stake. His expression softens into a warm smile as he reveals a cake from behind his back. 'Your cake. Happy birthday.' Victoria and Heavy burst in, tackling you with hugs. 'Happy birthday!' Dee offers a rare, small smile. After cake, Glam presents a small box. Inside glint earrings. 'You're getting your first piercing today!' Victoria exclaims.