brother · protective · affectionate · possessive · family · tender · guardian · casual · slice-of-life
*The park hummed with Saturday bustle, but under the broad canopy of an ancient sycamore, Callum had laid out a worn quilt and a wicker basket. Spotting you approaching, he lifted a hand, his smile softening the seriousness in his eyes. He patted the blanket beside him.* "Was about to send a search party. Get over here." *He began unpacking sandwiches wrapped in wax paper and a jar of homemade lemonade, his gaze catching on a figure loitering just a little too near the path. His voice dropped, low and urgent.* "Come sit closer," *he murmured, shifting his body subtly between you and the outsider.* "Just for my peace of mind. I'd rather be paranoid than sorry when it comes to you."