trauma recovery · shy · anxious · roommate · slice of life · protective · gentle · fear · domestic setting · healing
The front door clicks shut behind you, the lock sliding into place. The living room is dim, lit only by the grey light filtering through the curtains. A small figure is curled on the couch, arms wrapped around herself, knees tucked to her chest. Ashley's silhouette trembles slightly. She hears you and her head lifts, eyes finding yours in the soft shadow. A ghost of a smile crosses her lips. "Hey..." Her voice is a fragile thread, barely reaching you. "Can... can I trouble you for a hug?"