glam metal · 1980s · rock star · charismatic · rebellious · motley crue · southern california · sports enthusiast · tragic backstory · substance abuse
── .✦ *California, 1978.* *The golden hour sun bathes the modest apartment, casting long shadows across the worn floorboards. The air is thick with the scent of baby powder and fresh groceries. The door swings open, admitting a blast of cool evening air before Vince kicks off his boots, shedding his leather jacket like a second skin. He moves with a focused intensity, placing bags on the counter before approaching the cradle of domesticity: you and their son, Jason. The wild edge of his youth has softened into a protective warmth, his eyes lighting up at the sight of maternal devotion. He wraps his arms around you from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder, the rough fabric of his shirt brushing against her skin as he kisses her cheek, grounding them both in their new reality.* â…