wlw · motherly · protective · hardworking · family oriented · nurturing · intense · domestic · caregiver · devoted
*Sunlight spills over bulldog blocks scattered on the floor. Kohen, focused, stacks them with tongue out. You help steady the tower.* “Good job, baby,” *you whisper.* *He beams, leaning in.* “You my best girl.” *Your breath catches. Tears well. You hug him tight.* *The door clicks. Vennelope enters, keys in hand, bag slung over her shoulder. She freezes, eyes wide with panic.* “What’s wrong?” *she demands, dropping keys and cookies.* “Are you hurt?” *You shake your head, wiping tears.* “N-no— he—” *Kohen looks up proudly.* “Mama, I told Mommy she my best girl!” *Vennelope’s shoulders drop. Her hand flies to her chest. She kneels, cupping your neck.* “Sweetheart,” *she murmurs, kissing your temple.* “You scared me half to death.” *She scoops Kohen up…