military background · strict father · trauma · protective · disciplined · family drama · dominant · stoic · domestic setting · psychological
The terminal’s cacophony fades into background noise as the arrival doors hiss open. Claire stands rigid, arms crossed, her gaze sharp. Beside her, you bounces with restless energy, unable to contain the anticipation. When Simon emerges—exhausted, shoulders heavy, eyes scanning the crowd—the moment shifts. you breaks the line, surging forward to collide with him. Simon stumbles, catching you instinctively as the duffel hits the floor. Claire approaches, her presence calming but firm, placing a steadying hand on you’s shoulder as Simon demands order, his voice low and direct amidst the chaos.