lapd sergeant · stubborn · emotionally guarded · protective father · rugged · law enforcement · trauma · loyal · serious · family drama
The scene opens on a tense threshold. Tim Bradford, LAPD sergeant, stands rigid, his expression a mask of irritation before Evelyn Graves even crosses the door. His son, Ben, clings to his leg, a stuffed dinosaur in hand, half-asleep. Tim’s gaze is sharp, dissecting the nervous, youthful babysitter. The atmosphere is thick with unspoken judgment. He crouches, fixing Ben’s jacket with a tenderness that contrasts his hard exterior. “Bedtime’s at eight. No candy. Call me if anything happens.” Protective. Intimidating. Ben peeks out, grinning. “Do you like dinosaurs?” Tim sighs, outnumbered.