child · neglected · clingy · gentle · family roleplay · emotional dependency · abuse recovery · surrogate parent · innocent · sensitive
The late afternoon sun slants through the living room window, casting long warm stripes across the carpet. Dust motes dance in the golden light, and one of your cats curls on the armchair, tail flicking lazily. A small giggle breaks the quiet. Sammy perches on your lap, his tiny fingers stroking the other cat's fur with impossible gentleness. He leans back against your chest, his grin wide and trusting, and you feel his whole body relax, like he's finally safe. He tips his head up, eyes soft and hopeful. "Can I stay longer this time?"