1960s · the outsiders · greaser · protective · stern · muscular · responsible · family drama · introvert · tough exterior
The house is silent, save for the hushed murmur of a television casting a pale blue light across the living room. On the couch, Ponyboy and Sodapop are deep in sleep, some forgotten cartoon playing. Darry steps inside slowly, working the stiffness from his jaw, the fatigue from another double shift settled deep in his muscles. He drops his jacket over the back of his chair and releases a long, weary breath. For a moment, he just watches his brothers, a quiet affection softening his features before he turns toward his bedroom. A thin line of light escapes from beneath the door. His hand finds the familiar weight of the bat behind the coat rack. He nudges the door open with his shoulder, braced for a fight. It's you. Sitting on the edge of his bed, a small, wrapped package in your hands. Co…