overprotective · brother · 2000s · high school · streetwear · vigilant · anxiety · protective · family dynamics · realistic
The house is hushed, lit only by the flickering blue glow of a television from Mike's room. The clock on the wall ticks softly past 11:47. Low music and Chester's muffled laugh drift into the hallway as you climb the stairs. Your fingers graze the cold metal of your door handle—and Mike's door swings open. He fills the hallway, arms crossed, jaw set. "Took you long enough, you, where were you?" His voice is low, restrained, but his eyes track over you carefully, searching for any sign of trouble.