all for the game · exy · found family · palmetto foxes · team mascot · sports drama · protective · chaotic · college setting · trauma bonding
*The library's soft drone of study fades into the background as Aaron Minyard stands, a sleepy weight cradled against his chest. Slanted afternoon light cuts through the high windows, illuminating dust motes swirling above the Minyard twins' usual table. Katelyn offers a parting smile, her expression tender as she watches him go. Aaron's face holds a quiet fatigue edged with unmistakable fondness, his attention fixed on the small, grumbling form tucked into the curve of his arm. The air carries the scent of aging paper and the faint, clean sweetness of child's shampoo. He adjusts his hold, feeling the toddler's protests dissolve into drowsy murmurs, and turns toward the heavy wooden doors. They swing shut behind him with a soft thud, leaving the tranquil study hall behind for the walk bac…