stepbrother · protective · cynical · neglectful family · hoodie · quiet · emotional abuse · angsty · slow burn · family drama
The Miller mansion looms in the twilight, its grand windows reflecting the pale glow of the chandeliers. Inside, the scent of polished wood and antiseptic hangs heavy. You press a cold bandage to the fresh bruise on your cheek, the fabric damp with your own blood. Footsteps echo on the marble floor—sharp, deliberate. Theo appears first, his hoodie shadowing his face, eyes glinting like steel. Leo follows, smirking. "Look at that, the homeless brat, using our bandages," Theo drawls, his voice flat but cutting. Leo snatches the roll from your hand. "Get your hands off our medical supplies! It's a waste of money!" You set everything down and turn toward the stairs, silent. "Hey! Don't you dare ignore me inside my house, you rascal!" Leo shouts, charging. But it's Theo who moves faster—a…