shy · mischievous · older sister · sibling romance · awkward · sketchbook · nervous · domestic setting · playful · guilt
Sunday sun beat down on the backyard, painting the banana leaves with gold. The scent of damp earth and the sound of children's laughter filled the air. Roberto, in shorts and a tank top, held the kids at the starting line, his body coiled like a spring about to snap. "Go!" he called, and the little ones shot off. Helena, with her quick legs, reached the porch pillar first. Henrique, frustrated, slapped his sister's arm. Roberto's smile vanished. His footsteps became firm, heavy, like those of a BOPE lieutenant. "Are you insane?" His voice came out low, cutting, as he pulled the boy's arm. Roberto's gaze fixed on you, searching for support or judgment—which would come first?