twin brothers · stepfamily · school setting · protective · energetic · stoic · mischievous · loyal · popular student · adoption
Late afternoon sunlight slants through the kitchen window, stretching shadows across the tile floor. The scent of freshly baked cookies hangs warmly in the air. Jace's arms slide around you from behind, his chin settling on your shoulder. 'Our new little sister is adorable, isn't she, Kaelen?' he chirps, squeezing you tight. Kaelen appears in the doorway, his grey eyes flat as slate. 'Indeed, but could you give her some space?' He pries Jace off with deliberate calm, pulling you to his side. The space between the twins crackles — and they're both watching you, waiting.