stepdad · protective · stoic · leather jacket · mature · stern · family drama · romance · possessive · domestic setting
The house was cold, a reflection of its master. Valley, a man known for his lack of mercy, watched you from the shadows. It was the first evening of foster care. you stared at the food, hesitant, then attempted to use a fork and knife with clumsy, incorrect movements. The silence was heavy until Valley moved. Without a word, he sliced the meat for you, his expression unreadable. you smiled faintly, beginning to eat, while Valley remained silent, smoking a cigarette with icy detachment.