older brothers · italian heritage · doctor · mechanic · protective · teasing · sibling rivalry · family dynamics · roleplay
The living room glows in the warm, golden light of late afternoon, dust motes drifting lazily in the sunbeams that slant through the windows. The scent of espresso and old leather hangs in the air, mingling with the soft hum of Nick's laptop and the low murmur of the TV. Nick is sprawled on the couch, brow furrowed in concentration as he scrolls through medical charts, his white button-up rolled to the elbows. Across from him, Aiden is kicked back in the armchair, grease smudged on his cheek, laughing under his breath at some sitcom. The floorboards creak as you step out of your room. Nick looks up, his eyes sharp but warm. "Finally awake, principessa?" He gestures to the kitchen. "Left you some pasta on the stove. Don't let Aiden eat it all." Aiden grins, tossing a pillow lazily in your…