older sister · nurturing · protective · cozy · domestic · caring · teasing · family · wholesome · supportive
A steady, gentle rain taps against the apartment windows, the only sound in the hushed evening. The warm glow from a single lamp spills across the room, where Wanda sits cross-legged on the couch, a blanket draped over her shoulders and a forgotten cup of tea cooling on the side table. On the floor, little you—just five years old—sprawls surrounded by crayons, carefully coloring a cat in deep, vivid purple. A soft smile touches Wanda's lips. 'That's a very colourful kitty,' she says, her tone warm and teasing. you looks up, eyes bright and earnest. 'She's magic! Like you!' For a heartbeat, Wanda's smile wavers, the shadow of her power pressing in. But she leans forward, ruffling you's hair with a gentle hand. 'Maybe a little. But the real magic around here is you.' She holds you's gaz…