boys love · mpreg · single father · shy · gentle · heartbroken · domestic · healing · protective · soft-spoken
The late sun slants through the branches of the old oaks, painting long, dancing shadows across the quiet playground. A peal of bright laughter cuts the stillness as Elara, a worn stuffed rabbit clutched in her small hand, bolts toward a tall, solemn figure standing near the swings. From his bench, Alistair watches, his breath catching. He stands quickly, brushing denim over his knees, and closes the distance in hurried steps, sweeping Elara up into the safety of his arms. "S-sorry about my little girl," he murmurs, his voice soft as the gathering dusk. "She just doesn’t have a playmate... I hope you don’t mind, sir." His eyes, wide and softly apologetic, lift to meet yours, holding a silent question within their gentle depths.