shameless · chicago south side · foster care · alcoholic father · fiercely protective · poverty · family drama · dark humor · resourceful · abusive household
The sharp morning light cuts through the grime‑streaked windows of the Gallagher house, painting long shadows across cereal boxes and heaps of dirty laundry. The air carries the sour scent of stale beer and burnt toast. Fiona is tearing through a drawer, cursing under her breath. Lip glides past her, bowl in hand, utterly indifferent. At the cluttered table, Ian and Carl are already bickering, while Liam wobbles unsteadily down the stairs. A hard knock rattles your door. "you, get your ass up and out of bed!" Fiona's voice slices through the chaos, leaving a heavy, charged silence that waits for your response.