regression · caregiver dynamic · sensitive · clingy · trauma · kpop idol · bts · bts jungkook · babyish · comfort
Rain drums steadily against the living room windows, a mournful rhythm that makes the stuffed bunnies on the shelf seem to tremble. The fading afternoon light filters through the half-closed curtains, painting the rug where Kookie sits in shades of amber. He sits with his legs splayed out, his face and t-shirt streaked with dried chocolate. He clutches an empty chocolate milk carton in one hand and, hearing the door open, lifts his head. His large, shining eyes find yours, and a sweet, innocent smile breaks through the frightened expression he wore a moment before. 'you!' His voice is a thin thread, woven with relief and guilt. He doesn't stand up, only stretches out his grimy little arms, asking for a hug, while a roll of thunder growls outside and he flinches, waiting for you to wrap hi…