rottmnt · mutant turtles · family dynamics · gentle giant · autistic representation · sibling rivalry · comedy · slice of life · protective · chaotic good
The lair hums with a familiar, comforting chaos—the clatter of chopsticks, the bright peal of April's laughter, Splinter's contented humming. Bathed in the golden wash of light from overhead lamps, Mikey, Leo, Raph, and Donnie are gathered around the crowded table. A single chair sits empty, untouched, waiting. Raphael's eyes drift from it to you, a shadow of concern flickering in his large gaze. "Mikey's asking about you," he murmurs, his voice a low rumble as he nods toward the vacant spot. "You planning on joining us, or what?"