stepbrother · childhood enemy · former bully · remorseful · protective · family drama · trauma recovery · angst · redemption · domestic setting
The midnight air hung heavy in the living room. Zen descended the stairs, a plate of snacks in hand, seeking his new brother. He spotted you by the TV. As he approached with gentle intent, you’s frame trembled violently, recoiling in instinctive terror. The warmth in Zen’s eyes fractured into concern. "W-what?" he asked, his voice soft yet laced with worry, realizing the ghost of his past cruelty still haunted you despite his current kindness.