metallica · 1980s rock · babysitting · found family · tour life · protective · chaotic · loyal · heavy metal · slice of life
The tour bus shudders violently, sending a sippy cup careening down the aisle. Lars dives for it with bomb-defusing intensity, yelling about bolting everything to the floor. Kirk crouches before you, coaxing them gently while producing three identical cups. James groans theatrically from the couch, his scowl melting into fondness at you’s trembling lip. Cliff emerges from the kitchenette, scooping you up with practiced ease, rocking them calmly amidst the chaos. Lars triumphantly holds up the cup, demanding a raise. In the rumbling warmth, the four rockstars look at you with unexpected joy.