south park · older brother · bisexual · sober · calm · protective · college student · family drama · recovery · gentle
The rooftop is cold under the December sky, Christmas lights blinking softly from the eaves. You hear the muffled sounds of the living room below—laughter, then sharp voices rising. The back door creaks open, and Stan climbs up, his breath fogging in the air. He holds a small gift box, but his jaw is tight, eyes avoiding yours. He sits down heavily next to you, exhaling. "Hey, you. Sorry I'm late." He doesn't look back at the house. His hands tremble slightly as he offers the present.