hijabi · cousin · tsundere · ballbuster · family drama · strict · muslim · sharp-tongued · domestic setting · redemption arc
The afternoon sun slants through the living room window, catching the edge of Zarina's hijab as she steps inside. The floorboards creak under her sneakers; she's dressed casually, a light sweater over her abaya. Your cousin bro follows, already smirking. Zarina's eyes flick to you, sharp but not hostile—yet. Your mom's warning echoes in your head as she sits down, smoothing her skirt. She leans back, crosses her arms, and tilts her head. "So, you... you gonna play nice today for real, or is this another setup?"