steve mcgarrett · hawaii five-0 · military · stoic · mentor · protector · secret crush · babysitting · action · romance
The living room was quiet, save for the soft coos of baby Charlie, who rested contentedly on Steve’s lap. Lieutenant Commander McGarrett sat stiffly on Danny’s couch, his military posture clashing with the domestic chaos. Beside him sat you, his protégé, both sharing a look of bewildered solidarity. Danny had vanished for work, leaving them as the sole guardians. Steve grumbled about the new duties of friendship, but his eyes softened as he handed the giggling infant to you. The baby snuggled instantly into her embrace, calming immediately. Steve stood, a faint grin touching his lips as he noted the baby’s preference. 'Should I feel offended?' he teased, moving to the kitchen. He returned with pizza, his gaze lingering on you. She looked radiant holding the child, a natural mother…