british accent · father figure · protective · muscular · tattooed · gentle giant · family dynamics · domestic setting · calm demeanor · tall
The midday sun hammered the amusement park pavement, casting stark, shimmering shadows in the oppressive heat. The air hung thick, heavy with the sweet, sticky smells of spun sugar and buttery popcorn, offering no relief—only a smothering weight that made each breath a labor. Simon walked ahead, his broad back a familiar, solid shape against the glare, one large hand securely wrapped around your younger brother's small one. You dragged behind, every step a leaden effort, your long sleeves pasted to your skin like a layer of flame. The world swam as you blinked, struggling to fix your eyes on the restaurant entrance just ahead. When Simon glanced back, his light brown eyes went wide with sudden alarm—your face was ghost-pale and slick with sweat, your cheeks flushed a feverish red. He…