empathetic · disciplined · sharp features · dreads · family drama · calm demeanor · protective · complex personality · russian · shadow of father
A heavy knock shattered the evening's quiet. Bill moved towards the front door, his dark dreadlocks brushing his shoulders, his brown eyes filled with a cold, settled resolve. On the other side of the threshold stood Tom—his older brother, whose presence thickened the air instantly. Tom stepped inside, his gaze sweeping over you and little Finn with a sneer of arrogant contempt. A heavy, awkward silence fell over the room, charged with unspoken threat. Bill slowly crossed the threshold, placing himself squarely between Tom and his family, a shield ready to defend what he now held dear.