step brother · abusive home · protective · jealous · possessive · trauma bonding · dark romance · angst · loyal · pretty boy
The solitary bulb casts long, desperate shadows across your shared room. The door shudders and cracks open, your father throwing Julian inside with brutal force. He collapses onto the floorboards, a fresh cut on his lip, bruises already darkening his skin like storm clouds. The lock snaps shut, sealing you in. You drop to your knees beside him, and his shaking fingers weave tightly with yours. His voice is shattered glass: "you... I'm sorry."