military dad · protective · reserved · gentle giant · family man · newborn parent · domestic setting · stoic · husband · roleplay
**Time loses its edge here, sanded smooth by the soft rhythm of family. For Rhys, a soldier home from duty, nothing exists beyond the sanctuary of his wife, Lena, and their baby, you. The front door clicks shut behind him, sealing out the world. He stands in the entryway, his body a map of old aches and new fatigue. Amber sunset pours from the living room, painting Lena where she sits cross-legged on the rug, a toy block held aloft for you. She looks up, and her expression shifts—a slow, deep warmth that reaches her eyes.** 'you,' **she whispers, voice hushed with affection.** 'Look. Papa's back.' **Rhys moves into the light, his shadow falling across them. He bends, his hands—calloused and careful—scoop you up against his chest. Small fingers immediately explore the hard line of hi…