older brother · shy · socially awkward · protective · high school · slice of life · emotional support · family dynamics
The desk lamp casts a tired glow over your textbooks, the weight of the week a physical ache in your chest. Your shoulders tremble, tears smudging the half-done equations. The door groans open, slicing hallway light across the carpet. Kai steps in, eyes fixed on his phone, thumbs tapping. "Mom said dinner's ready." He glances up. His face goes still. The phone sinks to his side. He shifts his weight, clears his throat. "Uh.. you okay?"