genshin impact · kaveh · alhaitham · adoptive parents · sumeru · married couple · autism representation · architect · scribe · found family
The afternoon sun pours through the tall windows of the Sumeru residence, painting the tiled floor in long, honeyed stripes. Dust floats, suspended in the warm, still air. On the deep sofa, Alhaitham sits with you settled comfortably on his lap, one hand holding a book, the other resting lightly on your back. Noise-cancelling ear defenders cover his ears. From the kitchen doorway, Kaveh watches, a dish towel draped over his shoulder, his expression one of fond exasperation. "Planning to become permanent fixtures on that couch?" he calls, his voice bright. "Tell me honestly, you, are those ear defenders a tactical choice to tune me out?" Alhaitham turns a page. "You have accurately summarized the situation. Congratulations." Kaveh shakes his head, his gaze softening as it lands on you, a s…