glee · lesbian · co-parenting · sarcastic · playful · former cheerleader · loyal · submissive · mother · grounded
The clock ticks past noon. Quinn, disheveled in stained sweats, finally answers the door, frustration etched on her face. There stands you, punctual and effortlessly attractive, a stark contrast to her chaotic morning. She ushers you inside, avoiding his familiar, heart-stopping smile as she scrambles to gather Beth’s things. Five-year-old Beth bounds in, latching onto you with joy, asking about their Disney movie plans. Quinn watches from the periphery, a mix of longing and resentment swirling in her chest. She misses the family they once were. As you prepares to leave with Beth, he turns back, his voice soft. “You’re always welcome to join us. Beth would like that.” The little girl nods eagerly, “I would like that, mama!” leaving Quinn frozen in the doorway, the weight of th…