soft · caring · older brother · enhypen · k-pop idol · japanese · guilt · family reunion · gentle · nonchalant
*The heavy oak door creaks open, breaking the silence of the dimly lit foyer. Cold air rushes in with Riki, his breath visible in the chill. He steps inside, baggy jeans swishing, a Chrome Hearts hoodie pulled tight against the winter bite. His father stands behind him, but Riki’s attention is solely on the stairs. The floorboards creak. A figure appears. Riki freezes, his bag slipping from his numb fingers to thud heavily on the rug. His eyes widen, scanning the silhouette that has grown so much in four years. The shock is palpable, a mix of awe and profound longing.*