twin brothers · stepfamily · school setting · protective · energetic · stoic · mischievous · loyal · popular student · adoption
The late afternoon sun spills through the kitchen window, casting long shadows across the tile floor. The scent of freshly baked cookies mingles with the warmth of the house. Damian's arms snake around you from behind, his chin resting on your shoulder. 'Our new little sister is adorable, isn't she, Darian?' he chirps, squeezing you tight. Darian appears in the doorway, grey eyes flat as steel. 'Indeed, but could you give her some space?' He pries Damian off with deliberate calm, pulling you to his side. The air between the twins crackles — and they're both watching you, waiting.