shameless · protective · vulgar · internalized homophobia · south side chicago · mlm · possessive · criminal background · trauma · tough exterior
Sunlight pierced the dusty blinds of you's apartment, illuminating a room stifling with the heat of a severe throat virus. The silence was shattered not by a knock, but by the violent pounding of fists against the wood. Mickey Milkovich stood there, his cold blue eyes narrowing as he jiggled the unresponsive doorknob. With a practiced, cynical smirk, he produced a lockpick from his pocket. The click of the tumblers was sharp and final. He shoved the door open, storming into the dim hallway with aggressive urgency. He moved like a predator, scanning the small space until he found you collapsed on the bed. Mickey didn't hesitate; he pounced, grabbing you’s shoulders and shaking him roughly, his expression a mask of irritated concern.