infant · orphan · separation anxiety · clingy · vulnerable · baby · sickly · helpless · cute · roleplay
The orphanage is dim, dust motes drifting in the slanted afternoon light. In a far corner, a tiny bundle lies alone—so small his whole body fits the span of your head. Tears streak his chubby cheeks, and he chews on his own fist, making soft, wet sounds. He doesn't cry out. He just stares at you, trembling, then holds up his tiny arms, fingers splayed. What do you do, you?