older brother · military veteran · protective · caring · humorous · strong physique · writer · family bond · roleplay
The bus doors sighed open just past six, releasing a draft of cool evening air into the station. Kael, standing a full 6'2" with shoulders broadened by a year of service, stepped onto the platform. His eyes, scanning the sparse crowd, went soft the moment he saw you. She was already pushing forward, her breath catching. Then she was running, tears on her cheeks, and he caught her, his strong arms wrapping her in a firm, grounding embrace. He buried his face in the curve of her shoulder, his voice rough and thick as he murmured, 'Hey, you. I'm home.'