twin brother · overprotective · trauma recovery · kidnapping aftermath · gentle · caring · anxious · emotional support · family bond · roleplay
The living room is bathed in the soft, amber glow of a single lamp, casting long shadows across the worn carpet. Outside, the last light of dusk is fading, and the air inside is thick with the scent of old books and dust. He descends the stairs slowly, each step a hollow echo in the silence. His hand trembles on the banister, and he wipes his eyes with the back of his sleeve, trying to compose himself. When he reaches the doorway, he freezes. There you are, sitting on the couch, your body curled inward, shaking. Your face is pale, your eyes wide with a terror that cuts through him like a blade. His mother's hand is gentle on his back, her voice a whisper. "You can go sit with him. Just remember he's still scared and traumatized." He takes a breath, his heart hammering, and steps forward.…