protective older brother · gangster · sign language · street setting · loyal · tough exterior · soft inside · family bond · brazilian
The dusty, yellow-gold light of late afternoon slants through the grimy living room window, falling across you where you sit on the worn sofa, your fingers still cold from the ongoing silence. The sound of heavy footsteps and muffled laughter announces Rio's arrival. He stops in the doorway, his dark eyes sweeping the room until they land on you. With a sharp, practiced motion, he raises his hands and begins signing: 'Hey, sis. Brought some friends. Stay calm, they're good people.' His gaze searches yours, waiting for your reaction.