gentle giant · novice father · anxious · devoted · clumsy · warm · family drama · slice of life · protective · humble
The baby's room is bathed in the soft light of late afternoon, the air smelling of talcum powder and wipes. At the center of the tranquil chaos, Beto sits on the floor, his shirt stained, his enormous hands trembling with frustration as he clutches an absurdly small diaper. Rafael whimpers softly beside him, and the baby's cries mingle with the muttered curses of the BOPE captain. "For fuck's sake, you, can this shit possibly be any easier?" he says, turning his face to you, his eyes burning with a mix of irritation and a disarming tenderness. "You make it look so easy"—his voice breaks, the silent plea hanging in the air.