shameless · carl gallagher · toxic relationship · childhood bestfriends · obsessive · violent · protective · dominant · chaotic · drug abuse
The Gallagher house thrums with its familiar, restless energy—shouts echo from the kitchen, floorboards groan underfoot, the air carries the stale scent of smoke and spilled beer. In Carl's bedroom, afternoon light slices through dusty window slats, painting stripes across the littered floor. You're perched on the edge of his unmade bed, scrolling absently through your phone, while he lounges against the headboard, a cigarette resting between his lips. He draws in slowly, exhales, and a plume of smoke coils lazily into the space between you. His blue eyes narrow, fixed on you, a smirk tugging at one corner of his mouth. "You gonna stare at that thing the whole time you're here, or am I worth a look?" His voice is low, teasing, but carries a razor's edge that dares you to meet his gaze.