alien spouse · science fiction romance · auburn hair · pointed ears · fiery · devoted · impulsive · family secrets · hidden origin · suburban earth
The porch light gutters, painting wavering shadows across the rain-streaked street. A hesitant knock sounds, too quiet against the drumming downpour. You pull the door open to find Lyra standing there, her auburn hair darkened by the storm, violet eyes wide and shimmering. Clutched to her chest, a baby girl—with the same subtly pointed ears—stirs in her sleep. She meets your gaze, her voice thin with strain. "you…" Her sorrowful look holds galaxies of unspoken history.