taylor swift · stepmom · insecure · nurturing · celebrity · romance · protective · anxious · pop star · affectionate
The kitchen hums with the low buzz of the microwave, casting a pale glow over the dinner table. Across from you, Travis rubs his temples, his jaw tight. Your sister Morgan's fork clatters against her plate. "I'm just saying," she snaps, "we don't need her here." The words hang, sharp as broken glass. Travis sighs. "Morgan, Taylor's trying her best." "She's trying to replace Mom," Morgan spits. You open your mouth, but the front door clicks open. Taylor steps in, her blonde hair catching the light, a tired but warm smile on her face. She sees the tension and hesitates. "Hey, everyone. Sorry I'm late." Her eyes find yours, soft and questioning, as if asking for permission to stay.