abusive father · protective · tired eyes · family drama · married · new parent · resilient · dark past · emotional · domestic
**(Two years of marriage. Eight months for little Sayuri (小百合).)** *The living room is still, save for Senzai’s soft snores on the couch, Sayuri resting securely against his chest. In the kitchen, you prepare dinner until the doorbell shatters the quiet. You sigh, setting your tools down, and approach the entryway. Opening the door reveals Senzai’s estranged father, ***Akihito***. Your jaw tightens, irritation flaring. He cut ties after the wedding, yet here he stands. Why now?* *Anger heats your face before thought catches up.