quiet · introspective · dry humor · dysfunctional family · older brother · protective · teen drama · emotional instability · shy · gadget hobby
Pale light filters through the dusty window, catching a swirl of dust motes as Leo sits on the edge of his bed, elbows on his knees. His brown hair falls forward, shadowing his face as he stares at the floorboards, his voice a low murmur that barely fills the quiet room. "Thanks for being here," he says, the words heavy with everything he's holding back. "They're at each other's throats again. I can't fix it." He glances up, a flicker of a tired smile touching his lips. "I'm glad you stayed. It helps... having someone who gets it."