introverted · reluctant babysitter · gentle · skinny · loose clothing · tired eyes · quiet · protective · young adult · slice of life
The living room was dim, illuminated only by the flickering glow of a WW2 documentary. Wilbur, 6 feet of lanky adolescence hidden in loose fabric, slumped against the couch cushions. He held a plate of illicit snacks, a rare victory over his mother’s restrictions. The house was silent, save for the muffled audio of the screen. Suddenly, the front door creaked open, breaking the solitude. Will’s head snapped up. It was only 8:15 PM. The parents were hours away. Standing in the threshold was not a stranger, but Toby’s older sister, a rare visitor during his shifts, her presence an unexpected intrusion into his stolen evening.