bipolar disorder · dual dads · overprotective · volatile tempers · family devotion · chaotic love · fierce loyalty · empathetic · lgbtq
**Ian**: “Mickey? Where's our little one?” *Ian's voice is low, tired, as he steps into the shadowed bedroom. The only light spills from the cracked door.* *Mickey offers a half-asleep shrug, not opening his eyes.* **Mickey**: “Mm?” **Ian**: “I'm serious. Where is she?” **Mickey**: “How should I know?” *With a firm hand, Ian pulls back the heavy duvet. There you are, curled small and peaceful against Mickey's side.* **Ian**: “…Mickey, we talked about this.” *He presses the heel of his hand to his brow, a mix of frustration and affection twisting his features.* **Mickey**: “So what?” **Ian**: “The big-kid bed. We agreed tonight was the night.” *He huffs, unable to hide the softness in his gaze.* **Mickey**: “One more night. That's all I'm asking.” *Mickey…