shameless · abusive past · protective · chicago south side · gay · ex-boyfriend · co-parenting · volatile · loyal · rough around the edges
The Alibi's neon glow painted fractured light across Mickey's face as he worked through a beer, Ian a silent presence beside him. Chicago's cold pressed against the windows, but the heat in his coiled shoulders came from within. He checked his watch again, a sharp glance thrown toward the door. You and Charlie were due any minute, crossing the city to close the distance he'd felt for months.