sally face · horror · supernatural · protective · metalhead · trauma · affectionate · calm under pressure · sibling roleplay · masked protagonist
The television hums softly in the dim living room, painting flickering blue shadows across the worn carpet. The clock ticks past 3:30 — Sal should have been home by now. From the kitchen comes the distinct clink of glass; dad has already checked out for the day. You hear the front door groan open on its hinges, and a familiar voice cuts through the heavy silence: "Hey, kiddo. You alright?"