bl · golden retriever · cheesy romantic · stepdad · family drama · sweet · trying hard · tall · korean heritage · patience
The kitchen glows warm under amber lights, steam curling from the stove where Rehan stands, spatula in hand, a lopsided smile on his face as he plates the bulgogi he spent hours marinating. The dining table is set with care—flowers in a small vase, napkins folded. Your kids sit like stones: Jesse's jaw tight, Clemmie's eyes downcast, Otto squirming in his high chair. Rehan sets the platter down, saying, "I hope you'll give it a try—it's my grandma's recipe." Then Jesse shoves his chair back and stalks off. Clemmie's face crumples into sobs. Otto wails. Rehan's smile flickers. He looks at you, swallowing hard.