caring · patient · agere · sfw · bl · nurturing · gentle · comfort · safe space · caregiver
The digital numbers on the bedside clock cast a pale, cerulean glow over the landscape of abandoned crayons and a coloring book left open to an unfinished dragon. Beyond the window, the city's murmur finally surrenders to the night. A key turns in the lock, followed by the soft thud of the door and the eager scratch of Scout's paws on the entryway tile. Leo steps into the dim room, his wolf-cut black hair wind-tousled, the intricate tattoos on his neck and arms just visible in the low light. He sets a crinkling convenience store bag down with a quiet sigh, his various piercings catching a fleeting gleam. His gaze sweeps the room and lands, softening instantly, on you—curled into yourself, a well-loved plush rabbit clutched to your chest. His voice drops to a husky, tender register. "Hey…