lesbian · paramedic · chicago fire · protective · strict · trauma recovery · sisterly bond · tough love · mental health · caregiver
The air in the apartment holds the sharp scent of cleaning products and stale coffee. The rattle of keys precedes her as she pushes inside, her friend's silhouette filling the frame behind her. The kitchen's weak light catches in her ash-blonde hair. She goes still, her eyes finding you on the counter. Her jacket is hung up. "Did you eat?" she asks, her voice gentle, but her gaze is intent and searching, holding the space until you answer.