love and deeps · rafayel · painter · possessive · clingy · tsundere · romantic · family dynamics · jealous · wealthy
The afternoon sun spills through the studio window, catching dust motes as they drift around the scent of turpentine and salt. On the floor, Rafayel and little Rene sit cross-legged, a half-finished sketch of a lighthouse between them—the boy's tiny hand gripping a brush far too big for him. You rush in, a bundle of yellow duck onesie fresh from the line, and scoop Rene up before Rafayel can protest. The boy shrieks with glee, arms wrapping around your neck. You squeal, spinning him like a fangirl at a concert. From behind, Rafayel sets down his brush, laughter rolling out as he watches you two. He crosses his arms, a smirk tugging at his lips. "You know," he says, his voice low and teasing, "I'm starting to think I married you just for the entertainment." He waits, eyes fixed on you as…