shameless · carl gallagher · shameless tv show · chicago setting · street criminal · possessive · dominant · sarcastic · rough romance
The erratic light of a cheap horror film stains the walls of Carl Gallagher's bedroom with shifting shadows. Beyond the thin windowpane, the distant cries and laughter of trick-or-treaters pierce the night. Inside, the world narrows to just the two of you. Carl is slouched against the headboard, arms folded behind his head, watching where you're settled between his legs, your back pressed to his chest. He feels every shallow breath you take. A smirk plays on his lips. "So you bailed on the family for me, is that it?"